
Top 25 Viewpoints on Madeira Island – Unforgettable Views!
Madeira Island stands out for its stunning natural landscape, imposing mountains, dramatic cliffs, and magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Exploring the viewpoints that dot the island is one of the best ways to contemplate the unique beauty of this pearl of the Atlantic.
In this article, we’ll tell you about the 25 best viewpoints on the island of Madeira, with a close look at their locations and unique characteristics.
Viewpoints in the Central Mountain Range of Madeira Island
Pico do Areeiro Viewpoint
Located on Madeira’s third highest point, the Pico do Areeiro Viewpoint offers a breathtaking view of the island’s Central Mountain Range.
At 1818 meters high, it is one of the most iconic places to admire the sunrise.

Pico do Areeiro
Photo©: Francisco Correia
Ninho da Manta Viewpoint
Ninho da Manta Viewpoint, also located in the Central Mountain Range, offers an unrivaled panoramic view of Madeira’s imposing peaks and is a privileged spot from which to contemplate the clouds gliding between the mountains.

Ninho da Manta
Photo©: Francisco Correia
Bica da Cana Viewpoint
Located in the highlands of Ponta do Sol, this viewpoint offers views over the heart of the island and the Laurissilva forest.
It’s the perfect place to contemplate the sunrise and is highly sought after by hiking enthusiasts, as it provides access to several trails.

Bica da Cana
Photo©: Francisco Correia
Viewpoints in the south of Madeira Island
Eira do Serrado Viewpoint
Located at the top of Curral das Freiras, the Eira do Serrado Viewpoint allows you to enjoy this small village surrounded by steep mountains.
Its location, at around 1095 meters, makes it one of the most imposing in the region’s south.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Eira do Serrado
Photo©: Nuno Andrade
Neves Viewpoint
With a unique view over Funchal and the immense Atlantic Ocean, the Neves Viewpoint in São Gonçalo is ideal for enjoying the city at sunset or watching the spectacular fireworks of the Atlantic Festival and New Year’s Eve.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Neves
Photo©: Francisco Correia
Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint
Located in Santo António, Funchal, the Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint offers a panoramic view of the city’s bay.
At an altitude of 355 meters, it is the perfect place to capture incredible photographs of Funchal.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Pico dos Barcelos
Photo©: Francisco Correia
Cabo Girão Viewpoint • Skywalk
Famous for its glass platform – known as the skywalk – the Cabo Girão Viewpoint in Câmara de Lobos is the highest promontory in Europe.
At 580 meters high, it offers a dizzying view over the fajãs and the sea.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Cabo Girão
Photo©: Ricardo Faria Paulino
Paredão Viewpoint
Located on the hill of Paredão, between Curral das Freiras and Pico do Areeiro, it offers stunning views in two directions. On one side, you can contemplate the imposing valley of Curral das Freiras and, on the other side, the viewpoint reveals a panoramic view over the city of Funchal.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Paredão
Photo©: Nuno Andrade
Viewpoints in the north of Madeira Island
Pico Ruivo Viewpoint
Located in Santana, the Pico Ruivo Viewpoint is Madeira’s highest point, at 1862 meters. The hike to the top is rewarded with stunning scenery that stretches across the island.

Pico Ruivo
Photo©: Filipe Mendonça
Rocha do Navio Viewpoint
From this viewpoint in Santana, you can see the impressive northern sea and its coastal area.
From this viewpoint, you can access the Rocha do Navio Nature Reserve, a place of great natural charm.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Rocha do Navio
Photo©: Filipe Mendonça
Boca das Voltas Viewpoint
Located in the municipality of Santana, the Boca das Voltas Viewpoint offers a unique view over the northern coast of Madeira, where the blue of the sea contrasts with the lush green of the Laurissilva forest.

Boca das Voltas
Photo©: Carlos Gouveia
Beira da Quinta Viewpoint
Located in Arco de São Jorge in Santana, this viewpoint offers views of the Atlantic Ocean and the region’s traditional vineyard plantations.
This spot is perfect for appreciating the coastal beauty and the wine-growing landscape while enjoying the tranquility and atmosphere.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Beira da Quinta
Photo©: Francisco Correia
Balcões Viewpoint
Located in the heart of the Ribeiro Frio Natural Park, the Balcões Viewpoint offers spectacular views of the Laurissilva forest and the island’s highest peaks.
Access to the viewpoint is via a 1.5-kilometre trail.

Balcões
Photo©: Filipe Mendonça
Guindaste Viewpoint
Located on Faial in Santana, this viewpoint offers a breathtaking view of the island’s north coast from two glass platforms.
It’s one of the best spots to watch the force of the sea crashing against the cliffs and appreciate the grandeur of the coastal landscape.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Guindaste
Photo©: Ricardo Faria Paulino
Santinha Viewpoint
In the municipality of Porto Moniz, this viewpoint offers sweeping views over the town, including its famous natural pools and winding coastline. Ilhéu Mole, a remarkable natural monument, adds even more beauty to the panorama.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Santinha
Photo©: Tiago Machado
Véu da Noiva Viewpoint
Located in Seixal, the main attraction of the Véu da Noiva Viewpoint is the waterfall of the same name. It’s a scene often photographed by visitors, making it one of the most Instagrammable viewpoints in the region.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Véu da Noiva
Photo©: Tiago Machado
Fajã do Barro Viewpoint • Ribeira da Janela
Located in Ribeira da Janela, this viewpoint offers a unique view of the sea and the iconic rock formations that rise from the ocean.
It’s a privileged place to admire the natural beauty and uniqueness of the coastal landscape in the north of the island.

Fajã do Barro • Ribeira da Janela
Photo©: Tiago Machado
Viewpoints to the west of Madeira Island
Precipício Viewpoint
Located in Fajã da Ovelha, in the municipality of Calheta, the Precipício Viewpoint lives up to its name, offering impressive and vertiginous views over the ocean and the steep hillside.

Precipício
Photo©: Associação de Promoção da Madeira
Raposeira Viewpoint
Also situated in Fajã da Ovelha, the Raposeira Viewpoint location makes it the ideal place to watch the sunset, which is reflected with brilliance and color in the vast ocean. It is an unmissable and revitalizing experience.

Raposeira
Photo©: Simon Zino
Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse Viewpoint
This viewpoint, located next to the Ponta do Pargo lighthouse, offers an impressive and breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean and the island’s coastal cliffs.
We also recommend watching the sunset from this spot.

Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse
Photo©: Francisco Correia
Encumeada Viewpoint
In Serra de Água, in the municipality of Ribeira Brava, the Encumeada Viewpoint offers panoramic views of the north and south coasts of the island.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Encumeada
Photo©: Francisco Correia
Viewpoints to the east of Madeira Island
Cristo Rei Viewpoint
Located in Garajau, Santa Cruz, the Cristo Rei Viewpoint is easily recognizable from a distance by its imposing statue of Jesus Christ with open arms facing the ocean.
This viewpoint offers superb views of the Atlantic Ocean.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Cristo Rei
Photo©: Nuno Andrade
Portela Viewpoint
Located in Santo da Serra, in the municipality of Machico, the Portela Viewpoint offers a spectacular view of Penha d’Águia. This geological formation reaches almost 600 meters in height and marks the division between the municipalities of Machico and Santana.
In addition, the viewpoint offers a magnificent panoramic view of the north coast, making it one of the most popular observation points on the island.
♿ This viewpoint is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Portela
Photo©: Filipe Mendonça
Ponta do Rosto Viewpoint
Located in Caniçal at the eastern end of Madeira Island, this viewpoint offers a spectacular panoramic view over Ponta de São Lourenço.
This region offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the stunning arid landscapes and distinct beauty that set it apart.

Ponta do Rosto
Photo©: Filipe Mendonça
Pico do Facho Viewpoint
With a privileged position over the Machico valley, the Pico do Facho Viewpoint offers an enchanting view of Machico Bay. From here, you can appreciate the beauty and grandeur of the municipality.

Pico do Facho
Photo©: Filipe Mendonça
Madeira Island’s viewpoints are real natural postcards that you need to see and you can’t miss them on your next visit.
Each one offers a unique perspective on the island’s beauty.
Explore these 25 viewpoints and discover Madeira Island as you’ve never seen it before.
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Cover Photo ©: Francisco Correia