Laurel forest, Madeira Natural Park

Name: Laurel forest
Address: Madeira Natural Park, Portugal

#7 among attractions in Madeira Natural Park

Unesco, Nature, Natural attraction, Forest

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Laurel forest, also called laurisilva or laurissilva, is a type of subtropical forest found in areas with high humidity and relatively stable, mild temperatures. The forest is characterized by broadleaf tree species with evergreen, glossy and elongated leaves, known as "laurophyll" or "lauroid". Plants from the laurel family may or may not be present, depending on the location. ()

Local name: Laurissilva Coordinates: 32°46'1"N, 17°0'0"W

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Laurel forest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pico do Arieiro, Pico Ruivo, São Vicente Caves, Pico das Torres.

4.7 miSE
Mountain peak with a cafe and gift shop
Pico do Arieiro, Funchal
120 min walk • Pico do Arieiro, the third highest peak on the enchanting island of Madeira, Portugal, stands as a majestic mountain that offers awe-inspiring views and a truly unforgettable experience for any visitor. At an elevation of 1,818 meters, Pico do Arieiro pierces the sky...
3.4 miE
Madeira Island's highest mountain
Pico Ruivo, Madeira Natural Park
86 min walk • Pico Ruivo is the highest peak on Madeira Island. It can be reached only by foot, usually either from Pico do Arieiro after a strenuous hike, or from Achada do Teixeira via a shorter, easier trail. There is an additional trail leading west to Encumeada.
3.2 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, History museum
São Vicente Caves, Madeira Island
83 min walk • The São Vicente Caves are caves located in the parish and county of São Vicente, Madeira. Entrance is charged at €8 for adults, but have been closed since March 2020.
4 miE
Tall peak with a trail to the summit
Pico das Torres, Madeira Natural Park
101 min walk • Pico das Torres is the second highest peak on the Atlantic island of Madeira, Portugal. It lies roughly midway between the Pico Ruivo and Pico do Arieiro at an elevation of 1,853 metres and is only accessible from the trail between these two peaks.
7.2 miNE
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Farol da Ponta de São Jorge, Madeira Island
183 min walk • The Farol da Ponta de São Jorge is an active lighthouse located on the north coast of the island of Madeira, Portugal. The lighthouse was built in 1959 on top of a cliff and has a focal height of 271 metres.
4.6 miE
View point
Achada do Teixeira, Madeira Natural Park
118 min walk • Achada do Teixeira is a mountain and a settlement of the freguesia of Santana, of the municipality of Santana, Ilha da Madeira. It has a natural attraction in basalt stone which is called the "standing man". From here the main access to Pico Ruivo departs via the trail PR1.2 Vereda do Pico Ruivo.
6 miSW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Centro Desportivo da Madeira, Madeira Natural Park
153 min walk • Centro Desportivo da Madeira is a multi-use stadium in Ribeira Brava, Madeira, Portugal. It is used mostly for football matches. The stadium is able to hold 2,500 people and was built in 2007.