Stormy Weather Forecast: All Hiking Trails Closed
The IFCN has closed all classified hiking trails in Madeira starting tomorrow due to severe weather, including heavy rain and strong winds expected to reach Madeira today.
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Porto Santo Starts €6.1 Million Public Tender for 2nd Golf Course
Porto Santo has launched a €6.1 million public tender for the first phase of its second course.
Missing Polish Tourist Found Dead in Madeira Mountains
After almost a week of intense searching by family and friends, 31-year-old Polish tourist Igor Holewiński was found dead today in a remote mountain area of Santana.
Live This Week! Upcoming Concerts in Madeira
Madeira's small but 𝘃𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲 deserves all our attention 💯 Check out the upcoming concerts and 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰!
Are Strikes in Madeira Hard, Because Everyone Knows Everyone?
Are strikes in Madeira hard, because everyone knows everyone? A union speaker highlighted this challenge today during a protest against the Labour Package, which threatens to roll back workers’ rights and weaken job security.
Polish Officials Monitor Search Operation for Igor Holewiński
Polish officials are following the search for the missing Igor Holewiński, as his family calls for experienced hikers to help with the rescue operation in the coming days.
Madeira Street Arts Festival 2025 Started Today
The 7th Madeira Street Arts Festival started earlier today, launching three colorful days of stunning performances across Funchal and Calheta.
Centuries-Old Trees in Fanal Now Shielded by Fences
The IFCN has finally moved to protect Fanal’s UNESCO World Heritage site by fencing off centuries-old trees to control visitor impact, implementing visitor pathways, and announcing that paid parking may be introduced.
Rescue Teams and Volunteers Intensify Search for Igor Holewiński
On the fourth day of searching for Igor Holewiński, additional rescue teams and volunteers equipped with specialized gear are determined to locate the missing hiker.
The Madeira Uprising of 1931: From Flour Revolt to Rebellion
In 1931, the Madeira Uprising challenged the Portuguese Ditadura Nacional, demanding the restoration of constitutional government. The rebellion, supported by the local population, was fueled by severe flour shortages imposed by the dictatorship.
Rescue Efforts Continue as Igor Holewiński Remains Missing
Igor Holewiński has been missing since Sunday, and his whereabouts remain unknown. Searches are set to resume, focusing on difficult terrain.
