A political debate is unfolding in Madeira as the party Livre calls on citizens to oppose plans to privatize public hiking trails, warning of threats to nature, access, and heritage.
Madeira’s Tourism Secretary Eduardo Jesus clarified that illegal camping outside conservation zones isn’t the regional government’s responsibility - leaving it up to the municipalities to deal with unregulated overnight stays.
A 53-year-old Czech tourist died after falling around 50 meters at Miradouro do Juncal, a scenic but unofficial viewpoint at Pico do Arieiro
Using harsh words, environmentalist Raimundo Quintal said that Laurissilva is a Gaza Strip for endemic species. He urges political leaders to act quickly and set limits to protect the island.
Madeira’s plan to hand over the management of its hiking trails to private companies has raised concerns about environmental protection, the use of public funds, and possible conflicts of interest.
Handcrafted with passion and driven by vision — how one man revived the iconic Santa Maria de Colombo in 1998, creating a beautifully handmade vessel that still sails daily today.
Is it legal to sleep in your car in Madeira? The short answer is yes - but the full picture is more complex. Find out what’s allowed, what isn’t, and whether it’s really a good idea.
Activists are raising alarm over severe neglect in Madeira’s protected forests. Damaged trees, unmanaged tourism, and failing infrastructure threaten Fanal and Rabaçal.
A Facebook video goes viral, showing a breathtaking zipline that is soon to open in Ribeira da Janela.
In April 2025, Madeira surpassed one million overnight stays and saw tourist revenue rise 22.2%, setting a new record.
A new privately funded parking lot has opened in central Porto Moniz, adding 135 parking spaces.
