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Travel Guide of Ribeiro Frio in Portugal by Influencers and Travelers


The village of Ribeiro Frio is situated in the interior of the island of Madeira. It belongs to the parish of São Roque do Faial, the municipality of Santana, and is located around 15 kilometers from Funchal.


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1 - Madeira Botanical Garden

   8 km away

Madeira Botanical Garden is a botanical garden in Funchal, Madeira, opened to the public in 1960. The area was previously part of an estate belonging to the family of William Reid, founder of Reid's Hotel.

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2 - Pico Ruivo

   6 km away

Pico Ruivo is the highest peak on the Madeira Island. It can be reached only by foot, usually either from Pico do Arieiro after a strenuous hike, or from Achada do Teixeira with a shorter, easier trail.

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3 - Trekking | Madeira

   8 km away

Round trip transfers from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro (Areeiro) - Pico Ruivo - Achada do Teixeira self-guided hike, so you don’t have to worry about parking logistics or walking the trail both ways.

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4 - Pico do Arieiro

Pico do Arieiro, at 1,818 m high, is Madeira Island's third highest peak. Most days, visitors can stand and look down on the clouds. The air is fresh and clear and the sun is very bright. On a clear day it is possible to see the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, 30 miles to the northeast.

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5 - Farmers' Market

   10 km away

The Mercado dos Lavradores is a fruit, vegetable, flower and fish market in Funchal, Madeira. The building was designed by Edmundo Tavares and opened on 24 November 1940.

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6 - 4x4 in Funchal

   12 km away

Enjoy the beauty of land and earth in Madeira Island. You will be able to travel on a 4x4 open roof car and enjoy the beauty of the marine life of the Island. The adventure will start in Funchal, from there you will be driven to Pico dos Barcelos. F...

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7 - Cristo Rei

   11 km away

The Christ the King statue also known as the Sacred Heart statue, is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Garajau, Madeira.

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8 - Ponta de São Lourenço

   16 km away

Ponta de São Lourenço is the easternmost point of the island of Madeira. It is inside the town of Caniçal and forms a part of the municipality of Machico. Its terrain are made up of rocks and herbaceous vegetation.

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9 - Wildlife Experiences in Madeira

   10 km away

Join VMT Madeira on one of their awesome catamarans and explore the magnificent south coast of Madeira from Funchal looking for dolphins and whales! VMT Madeira invites you on their comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along the South...

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10 - Farol da Ponta de São Lourenço

   18 km away

The Farol da Ponta de São Lourenço is a lighthouse located on the islet of São Lourenço, marking the extreme east of Madeira Island, Portugal. The lighthouse was built in 1870 on top of a small extinct volcano and has a focal point of 103 metres. It is the oldest lighthouse in Madeira.

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11 - PR6 Levada das 25 Fontes / Levada do Risco

   23 km away

The Levada das 25 Fontes is a levada that is located in Rabaçal, Paul da Serra, Madeira, Portugal. It is one of the most visited levadas on the island. Access is possible via the road ER110 in Paul da Serra.

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12 - Scuba Diving in Madeira

   11 km away

Haliotis Madeira will take you out to the best scuba diving spots around the island. You can choose amongst 4 of the most popular and beautiful spots that can be accessed by boat:- Madeira- Desertas- Selvagens- Porto Santo You will complete a dive ei...

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13 - 25 Fontes Falls

   23 km away

The 25 Fontes is a group of waterfalls located in Rabaçal, Paul da Serra on Madeira Island. Access is possible via the Levada das 25 Fontes.

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14 - Surfing in Madeira

   7 km away

Madeira Surf Camp is the ideal school for those of you who want learn how to surf or improve your existing surf skills with dedicated instructors. You'll be taken out to the best surf spots around the beautiful island of Madeira, giving you a chance ...

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-The best time to walk the levadas is in the spring or fall.
-The walks are relatively flat and easy to follow.
-There are a few different routes to choose from, depending on your fitness level.
-The walks can be done in a day or broken up into shorter walks.
-The views from the levadas are beautiful and worth the effort.



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