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View of Praia da Laje – View of the Ruins of São Jorge loop from São Jorge

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View of Praia da Laje – View of the Ruins of São Jorge loop from São Jorge

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View of Praia da Laje – View of the Ruins of São Jorge loop from São Jorge

02:56

7.36km

550m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

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898 m

View of Madeira's cliffs and coastline

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From the viewpoint overlooking Madeira's cliffs and coastline, a sweeping panorama unfolds before you, revealing steep rock faces and the deep blue Atlantic Ocean. On a clear day, you can trace the coastline for miles around, while the surf and spray crashing against the cliffs below create a dramatic backdrop. It's the perfect spot for a short break, a few photos, and a moment to absorb the vastness and power of the island's coastline.

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View of Praia da Laje

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From the viewpoint overlooking Praia da Laje, you can see the dark pebble beach framed by steep, green cliffs and the deep blue Atlantic Ocean. The surf rolls steadily onto the shore, creating a wild and romantic atmosphere along with the wind. It's an ideal spot for a quick photo stop and a moment to appreciate the rugged beauty of Madeira's north coast.

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1.51 km

Caminho Real No 23 Coastal View

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On Caminho Real No. 23, you can enjoy sweeping views of the dramatic cliffs and the deep blue Atlantic Ocean. This historic path runs high above the sea, allowing you to experience the island's ancient connecting route from a front-row seat. Numerous small viewpoints invite you to stop, take photos, and watch the spray cascading from the cliffs below.

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1.89 km

Stone Archway With View of the Atlantic Ocean

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Beautiful views of the Atlantic and wonderful hiking trails in the area. Be sure to grab a bite to eat at Café Cabo Aéreo at the top of the mountain. The meat on the laurel skewer is world class 😋

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2.27 km

Arched Stone Gate and Rocky Beach of Seixal

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Beautiful photo opportunity through the stone gate to the sea.

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2.51 km

View of the Ruins of São Jorge

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From the viewpoint overlooking the ruins of São Jorge, you can see the crumbling walls and overgrown stone remnants towering above the north coast. Between the ancient ruins, the panorama repeatedly opens up to reveal the Atlantic Ocean, the steep, green slopes, and the terraced fields. It's an atmospheric spot for a short break, to take photos, and to let the connection between history and the sea wash over you.

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2.73 km

Path to the World of Cacti

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3.62 km

Viewpoint

4.47 km

Coastal path to Lagoa do Calhau de São Jorge

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Every step an experience

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7.36 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.36 km

2.34 km

664 m

Surfaces

5.12 km

2.04 km

204 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

21°C

18°C

19 %

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Comments

August 25, 2023,Auf dem Königsweg von São Jorge zum Mirador Quinta do Furão

Hike from São Jorge via the old historic royal road down 300 m to Calhau, an Atlantic sea bay and from there continue on the stepped, paved royal road 300 m up to the Mirador "Quinta do Furão" in Santana.
Hike from the Rother hiking guide Madeira, hike no. 24. Since this is not a circular hike, we chose the …

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January 9, 2022,Quinta do furao - Ruinas de Sao Jorge

Very nice cliff path at the beginning of the tour. Then on serpentines down into the valley to the ruins. More impressive than this, however, was the surf of the Atlantic;)
Unfortunately the way to the fishing bridge and the lighthouse was closed due to falling rocks.
Alternatively, we made a short detour to a small waterfall and then returned …

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February 9, 2022,Wandern auf Madeira (5.2): Die fehlenden Höhenmeter

Hiking on Madeira (5.2): The missing vertical meters

After our summit tour fell victim to the weather (see Hiking on Madeira (5.1)), our guide looked for an alternative so that we could at least gain altitude.

And that's exactly what we managed to do: meters in altitude over a short distance. Top! 👍😎

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June 22, 2023,Quinta do Furao nach Sao Jorge und zurück

It was a strenuous tour in nice hiking weather on the cliffs and along the Atlantic. 🌞👍

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View of Praia da Laje – View of the Ruins of São Jorge loop from São Jorge

View of Madeira's cliffs and coastline

View of Praia da Laje

Caminho Real No 23 Coastal View

Stone Archway With View of the Atlantic Ocean

Arched Stone Gate and Rocky Beach of Seixal

View of the Ruins of São Jorge

Path to the World of Cacti

Coastal path to Lagoa do Calhau de São Jorge

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