• Levada do Paul II

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Levada do Paul II

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  • Itinerary
  • Rabaçal - Posto Florestal da Cova Grande
  • Start
  • Rabaçal (E.R. 105)
  • End
  • Rabaçal (E.R. 105)
 

 

 

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  • Typology
  • LEVADA
  • Difficulty
  • MEDIUM
  • Terrain
  • FLAT
  • Direction
  • ROUND TRIP
  • Distance
  • 9,8 KM (2x 4,9 KM)
  • Time
  • 3h – 3h30min

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How to get here

With Funchal as a reference and keeping in mind that the regional road (ER. 105) between Encumeada and Rabaçal is temporarily closed, we recommend the following route:

  • Take the Via Rápida (VR1) towards Ribeira Brava;
  • In Ribeira Brava, follow the Via Expresso (VE3) towards Ponta do Sol and Calheta;
  • Once you reach the village of Arco da Calheta, at the roundabout take the first exit towards E.R. 222;
  • In Loreto follow the signs towards Rabaçal;
  • Once there the walk on the left hand side.

 

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Points of Interest

This walk starts next to the Rabaçal loading chamber (E.R. 105) and as with the other levadas in this area there is a parking area just north of the water reservoir.

Levada do Paul II is the continuation of Levada do Paul I (also known as Levada do Alecrim), possessing equally tranquil landscapes.

Although around 10km (2 ways) it is an appropriate walk for those looking for something easy without compromising on the terrific views.

The path is almost entirely parallel to the levada and surrounded by low windswept vegetation giving you a great look at the profound horizon.

As is normal in this area, it is possible that you’ll cross some streams and tributaries although they are easily crossed. You’ll also come across a road: Estrada do Rochão, merely cross over to the other side. From here you can see the mighty wind turbines and solar panels, joining the levada in producing renewable energy.

Once you arrive at the regional road (E.R.) 209, next to the Cova Grande forestry house, you’ll be close to finishing the first half of this walk. The levada continues on to the Ponta do Sol valley (Rabaças area) but the proposed walk has the forestry house as the point of return. To reach it, climb approximately 70 meters.
Very close to this building exists one of the most important monuments in Paul da Serra, a statue of Jesus Christ: Cristo Rei do Paul.

Enjoy this sacred place while having a snack then make your way back the same way you came. 

Safety

In addition to the safety guide the Municipality of Calheta prepared specifically for you, which you may find here, please note these more specific recommendations:

- When foggy be very careful crossing the road (Estrada do Rochão), as visibility can be limited;

- Cattle graze in these mountains so it is frequent to cross herds. Although they are used to human presence, always be cautious around them;

- Near the solar farm, the passage is quite narrow, demanding extra care.

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