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Laurisilva of Madeira

Funchal, Portugal

About

The Laurisilva of Madeira is an outstanding relict of a previously widespread laurel forest type. It is the largest surviving area of laurel forest and is believed to be 90% primary forest. It contains a unique suite of plants and animals, including many endemic species such as the Madeiran long-toed pigeon.

Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia

When to visit

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This UNESCO natural forest is experienced through multiple open-air areas rather than one unified timetable. Public access depends on specific trailheads, levadas, forest parks and weather conditions.

Admission

Free

Booking

No booking needed

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When to go

  • Time of day: Morning

Features & amenities

What to expect

  • Outdoor

What to bring

  • Water
  • comfortable shoes

Good to know

  • Accessibility unknown
  • No guide needed

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