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SaveIlha de origem vulcânica muito montanhosa, ideal para os Riders de BTT, tem trilhos descendentes a começar nos 1800 metros até ao nível do mar, muitos trilhos pela ilha toda com todo o tipo de terreno para a vertente do BTT, desde o fácil ao mais hardcore, desde aberto a florestas de vegetação densas, tem perto de 6 firmas de passeios de btt, que fazem a elevação dos Riders ao topo das montanhas em carrinhas. È um paraiso. Fora poo BTT á muito para desfrutar na Ilha.
AKA: Perola do Atlantico
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- Mountain Bike
36 trails
- E-Bike
10 trails
- Gravel Bike
9 trails
- Adaptive Bike
3 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
1 trails
- Hike
38 trails
- Trail Running
37 trails
Region Details
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- 1
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Region Status
Caution as of Oct 3, 2026Stats
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- Trails (view details)
- 46
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 36
- Trails E-Bike
- 10
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 9
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 3
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 38
- Trails Trail Running
- 37
- Total Distance
- 65 miles
- Total Descent
- 48,740 ft
- Total Vertical
- 5,659 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 5,710 ft
- Reports
- 137
- Photos
- 1,534
- Completed Counter
- 15,133
Articles
Race Report: Trans Madeira Summer 2026 - Days 5 & 6
May 25, 2026 from pinkbike.com
6 days, 35 blind stages, and an island-hopping finale. German elites sweep the overall titles as the gruelling multi-day gauntlet wraps up on the...
Mud, Dust, & 'Gamble': Trans Madeira Delivers Epic Contrast in First Two Days
May 20, 2026 from pinkbike.com
From a Day 1 mud bath to racing above the clouds on Day 2, German elites Christian Textor and Helen Weber open up massive gaps in the Atlantic.
Race Report: Trans Madeira Autumn 2025 - Days 6
Sep 30, 2025 from pinkbike.com
Race Report: Trans Madeira Autumn 2025 - Days 1 & 2
Sep 24, 2025 from pinkbike.com
Thirteen editions later, the excitement remains as fresh as day one.
Sub Regions
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Porto Santo
- 4
Popular Madeira Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.4 • 2,287 ft • 24 ft • 1,123 •
Primeira parte do Trilho enquadrado nas Zonas Altas do Funchal - São Roque, depois entramos nas arvores de eucaliptos, tem que ir pelo trilho sempre há direita. Trilho longo e um pouco puxado fisicamente, parte inicial com muitos Rock...
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 1,617 ft • 3 ft • 638 •
Primeira parte do Trilho enquadrado nas Zonas Altas do Funchal - São Roque, depois entramos nas arvores de eucaliptos, tem que ir pelo trilho sempre há direita. Trilho longo e um pouco puxado fisicamente, parte inicial com muitos Rock...
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 1,289 ft • 3 ft • 622 •
Segunda parte do Trilho enquadrado nas Zonas Altas do Funchal - São Roque, depois entramos nas arvores de eucaliptos, tem que ir pelo trilho sempre há direita. Trilho longo e um pouco puxado fisicamente, parte inicial com muitos Rock...
• 90 ★ 4.2 • 1 mile • 9 ft • 447 •
Começa por pedal numa levada, cerca de 2.5 km, depois temos muitas passadas para descer, nível Hard, muito inclinadas e quando molhadas, perigosas, aconselho a levar a bike na mão nas passadas mais agressivas, depois tem mais um...
• 85 ★ 4.4 • 1 mile • 4 ft • 344 •
Probably the most beautiful alpine trail on the island, with magnificent views. The trail is also very good, with a difficulty level suitable for average to experienced riders.
• 90 ★ 4.8 • 1 mile • 15 ft • 288 •
Pista muito inclinada, técnica, piso de terra e raízes, varios drop ao longo do trilho de nivel Hard. Pista de prova DH na Ilha da Madeira. Passeio divertido, é vir do trilho de crosscountry da Bica da Cana até os Estanquinhos,...
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 4,862 ft • 0 ft • 116 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only. It features berm. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
Madeira Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 10 miles • 239 ft • 8 • Point to Point •
Começando no Pico do Arieiro para acabar no Funchal, pouco pedal, muita descida, com bike de DH vai bem...
★ 5.0 • 17 miles • 3,691 ft • 9 • Point to Point •
LIGAÇÃO 1 Saída das lareiras ao pé da champery entrar no estradão por baixo da pista de motocross e...
★ 5.0 • 20 miles • 2,142 ft • 11 • Point to Point •
Muito puxado fisicamente, muita descida, muito pedal em plano e pouca subida, vários níveis técnicos ao...
10 miles • 2,052 ft • 4 •
Desde o Portão Norte do Chão da Lagoa até à Adega do Paraíso. Com passagem pelo parque ecológico,...
★ 2.0 • 23 miles • 2,900 ft • 8 • Point to Point •
Team Carqueja Bike Trip through the various trails near Funchal
Photos of Madeira Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Avista Navios | Sep 11, 2026 @ 3:54pm (Europe/Lisbon) Sep 11, 2026 | Variable | EMANUEL94 | ||
| PR6.2 Levada do Alecrim | Aug 19, 2026 @ 8:31am (Atlantic/Madeira) Aug 19, 2026 | Variable | Leonardo666 | ||
| Lambe Lambe | Jul 13, 2026 @ 4:20pm (Atlantic/Madeira) Jul 13, 2026 | Wet | Reonaydo | ||
| Estaca Trail 3 | Apr 30, 2026 @ 9:42am (Atlantic/Madeira) Apr 30, 2026 | Ideal | montogeek | ||
| Estaca Trail 2 | Apr 30, 2026 @ 9:42am (Atlantic/Madeira) Apr 30, 2026 | Ideal | montogeek | ||
| Estaca Trail 1 | Apr 30, 2026 @ 9:42am (Atlantic/Madeira) Apr 30, 2026 | Ideal | montogeek | ||
| Folhadal - Rosário | Apr 18, 2026 @ 10:31am (Atlantic/Madeira) Apr 18, 2026 | Wet | architrepa TFSPAIN | ||
| Pico do Cedro | Feb 10, 2026 @ 2:31pm (Atlantic/Madeira) Feb 10, 2026 | Dry | OdysseyMTB | ||
| Caminho Real da Encumeada | Jan 14, 2026 @ 7:21pm (Europe/Lisbon) Jan 14, 2026 | Unknown | amcclaran | ||
| Bica da Cana / Chão das Poças | Oct 12, 2025 @ 6:23pm (Europe/Lisbon) Oct 12, 2025 | Wet | noisyriver |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMANUEL94 | wishlist | trail | activity #106403967 | Oct 22, 2026 @ 3:23pm 15 hours |
| EMANUEL94 | wishlist | trail | activity #106387514 and 1 more | Oct 22, 2026 @ 10:14am 20 hours |
| EMANUEL94 | wishlist | trail | activity #105520945 | Oct 9, 2026 @ 3:59am Oct 9, 2026 |
| ToemSend | vote | trail | activity #105279179 | Oct 5, 2026 @ 9:28am Oct 5, 2026 |
| d3vilqo | ridden | trail | activity #104904775 | Sep 30, 2026 @ 6:37am Sep 30, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | first bit nearly unrideable stairs, then a... | Apr 20, 2026 @ 11:02am Apr 20, 2026 | ||
| trail | Top trail! | Aug 20, 2025 @ 12:04am Aug 20, 2025 | ||
| report | It's fantastic for the last 2 to 3 kilometers.... | Jan 25, 2025 @ 1:52am Jan 25, 2025 | ||
| trail | recomendo, tinha merda e um rato morto na... | Oct 14, 2024 @ 5:00am Oct 14, 2024 | ||
| trail | Our favorite trail ridden in Madeira! Great... | Jan 23, 2024 @ 6:11pm Jan 23, 2024 |
Local Badges
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10 Blue Trails259 awarded -
10 Black Trails10 awarded -
Epic Ride Climb 2k1,275 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge177 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge6 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k2,397 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bike Park Porto Moniz | skill park | Madeira | |
| Skate/BMX Park Agua de Pena | skill park | Madeira | |
| Skatepark do Funchal | skill park | Madeira |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 36 | 44 miles | 39,147 ft | 34 miles | 5,659 ft | #1,235 | #4 | 1,506 | 137 | 14 | 8,125 | |
| E-Bike | 10 | 7 miles | 4,587 ft | 6 miles | 4,304 ft | #1,448 | #16 | 77 | 2 | 455 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 9 | 10 miles | 7,398 ft | 7 miles | 5,292 ft | #590 | #3 | 46 | ||||
| Adaptive Bike | 3 | 2 miles | 1,680 ft | 2 miles | 4,272 ft | #365 | #3 | |||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 1 | 1,614 ft | 413 ft | 1,348 ft | 367 ft | #346 | #2 | |||||
| Hike | 38 | 61 miles | 45,262 ft | 40 miles | 5,482 ft | #409 | #3 | 28 | 127 | 1,453 | ||
| Trail Running | 37 | 58 miles | 45,144 ft | 40 miles | 5,482 ft | #1,019 | #5 | 127 | 67 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Madeira?
Madeira has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Madeira?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Madeira are:
- Ginjas (4.4/5)
- Antenas (4.3/5)
- Kanga (4.3/5)
- Caminho Real da Encumeada (4.3/5)
- Estaca Trail 1 (4.2/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Madeira?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Madeira are:
- September (72 activities)
- October (71 activities)
- November (49 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Madeira?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Madeira. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Madeira?
The longest trail in Madeira is Caminho Real da Encumeada at 12.0 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Madeira?
The best hiking trails in Madeira are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Madeira?
Madeira has a total of 46 trails. Of those, 36 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Madeira to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Madeira?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Madeira is Caminho Real da Encumeada with 1,758 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Madeira?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Madeira is Caminho Real da Encumeada with 2,029 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Madeira?
Madeira supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Madeira?
The following bike services are available in Madeira:
- Guides & Tours (2)
- Shuttle Service (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Madeira?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Madeira is Radar with an average grade of 20.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Madeira?
Yes, there are 9 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Madeira. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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Are the trails open in Madeira?
The overall region status for Madeira is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 27 trails:
- Clear / Green: 17
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
- Closed: 4
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Can I ride an ebike in Madeira?
Yes, Madeira supports e-bike riding. There are 5 trails in Madeira that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Madeira?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Madeira are: View all mountain biking routes in Madeira.
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What type of bike is most common in Madeira?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Madeira are:
- AM (56 activities)
- XC (4 activities)
- DH (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Madeira?
The highest summit in Madeira is Pico Ruivo do Paul at 1,627 m elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Madeira?
The most popular Strava segments in Madeira are:
- folhadal F.Ponte (1,332 athletes)
- folhadal new (1,316 athletes)
- Ginjas segment (1,026 athletes)
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What trails are closed in Madeira?
There are currently 4 closed trails in Madeira. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 17
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2
- Closed: 4
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Madeira?
Yes, there are 3 accessible/adaptive trails in Madeira. View all adaptive trails in Madeira for specific accessibility information.
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Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Madeira?
Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Madeira: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Madeira.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Madeira?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Madeira are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Madeira?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Madeira are:
- São Vicente town trail (5/5)
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