Balcões Viewpoint
Miradouro dos Balcões
A viewpoint 1.5 km along a levada walk from Ribeiro Frio, overlooking laurel-forested valleys and the central peaks.
The PR11 “Balcões” trail is Madeira's easiest short levada walk. It starts near the trout farm at Ribeiro Frio and follows a gently sloping levada through laurel forest and narrow paths cut into the rock. In about 25 to 30 minutes you reach the viewpoint, overlooking the deep valley and the Arieiro and Ruivo peaks. Small birds often perch beside visitors to feed along the way. The round trip is about 3 km, suitable for older people and children. It can be combined with Pico do Arieiro and Santana on a northern day route. Check the trail status on the official website before you go.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Pico do Arieiro – Pico Ruivo (PR1)
- Levada do Caldeirão Verde (PR9)
- Santana Traditional Houses
- Monte Palace Tropical Garden & Monte Toboggan
- Curral das Freiras & Eira do Serrado
- Madeira Botanical Garden
- Palheiro Gardens
- Mercado dos Lavradores