PR9 Levada Caldeirão Verde

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PR9 Левада Калдейран-Верде

PR9 Levada Caldeirão Verde is a hiking trail located on Madeira Island, Portugal. The path stretches approximately 13 kilometers round trip through lush forests and alongside narrow irrigation channels known as levadas, leading to the Caldeirão Verde waterfall, which drops from a height of about 100 meters.

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Originating in the village of Queimadas, the PR9 trail passes through UNESCO-listed Laurisilva forest, offering a glimpse into the island's unique ecosystem. Hikers should be prepared for a moderately challenging trek with narrow pathways and several tunnels. The trail is accessible year-round, but visitors should bring flashlights for tunnel sections and adequate walking gear for safety.