Santana is a region on the north coast of Madeira Island, characterized by lush green mountains, deep valleys, and a rugged coastline where the land meets the sea. This area is part of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, featuring the ancient Laurissilva Forest and high peaks like Pico Ruivo. The diverse terrain provides a setting for several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Santana offers more than 100 routes for outdoor activities,…
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4.7
(3304)
19,390
hikers
5.56km
02:06
340m
340m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(3113)
19,199
hikers
16.4km
05:57
620m
610m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.3
(262)
1,358
hikers
4.63km
01:23
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(341)
2,030
hikers
8.87km
03:06
330m
330m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.2
(11)
450
runners
16.5km
02:50
830m
830m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(3)
462
runners
5.62km
01:04
440m
440m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

3.0
(1)
31
runners
4.62km
00:37
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
78
runners
20.0km
03:37
1,330m
1,330m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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7
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

9.40km
01:07
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
riders
17.2km
01:49
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
25.8km
02:48
920m
920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(2)
15
riders
38.3km
03:02
1,700m
1,700m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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10
riders
22.1km
01:58
1,250m
1,250m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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42
riders
42.9km
02:55
1,390m
1,390m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
34
riders
52.5km
03:24
1,510m
1,510m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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8
riders
22.1km
02:19
1,250m
1,250m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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3
riders
38.3km
03:37
1,700m
1,700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
28
riders
24.5km
02:22
1,150m
1,150m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
17
riders
15.0km
01:25
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.8
(11)
95
hikers
3.75km
01:35
250m
250m
Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.6
(8)
37
hikers
19.1km
07:47
1,300m
1,280m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(4)
23
hikers
9.24km
05:19
1,000m
1,000m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
(4)
19
hikers
6.58km
02:38
490m
490m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Santana offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 100 routes for these sports.
Popular hiking trails in Santana include routes to Pico Ruivo, Caldeirão Verde, and various levada walks. These trails allow exploration of waterfalls, endemic plants, and panoramic vistas. More information is available in the Hiking around Santana guide.
Santana offers trails suitable for various skill levels, including easy hikes. These routes provide accessible ways to experience the region's natural beauty. Consult the Easy hikes around Santana guide for specific options.
Family-friendly hiking options are available in Santana, offering routes suitable for all ages. These trails often feature gentler terrain and shorter distances. Details can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Santana guide.
Santana is known for its cascading waterfalls, such as the Caldeirão Verde Waterfall. Numerous hiking trails follow historic levadas, leading to these natural features. The Waterfall hikes around Santana guide provides specific routes.
Santana provides dedicated mountain biking trails with varying difficulty levels, including singletrack routes. Some trails offer panoramic views of the sea and the North coast. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Santana guide.
Santana offers routes for both touring and road cycling, utilizing paved surfaces and scenic paths. These routes allow cyclists to explore the region's landscapes and villages. Refer to the Cycling around Santana and Road Cycling Routes around Santana guides.
Santana features an extensive network of trails and scenic paths suitable for jogging. These routes are located within natural parks and along the coast. The Running Trails around Santana guide offers specific options.
Key natural attractions in Santana include the UNESCO World Heritage Laurissilva Forest, Pico Ruivo (the highest mountain in Madeira), Pico do Areeiro, numerous waterfalls, and the historic levadas. The Rocha do Navio Natural Reserve is also a notable coastal feature.
Santana is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 780,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in Santana have an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 stars from over 147,000 ratings.
The official tourism website for Madeira, which includes information on Santana, is www.visitmadeira.com.
The Santana Tourist Office can be contacted by phone at +351 291 575 161 or +351 291 575 162. Inquiries can also be sent via email to info.srtc@madeira.gov.pt.

