Full day trail running tours in Madeira, Short routes (20km or less)

This full day of short route trail running tours in Madeira I will lead you on provides some of the most stunning and amazing scenery and views you can possibly encounter, as we physically push ourselves on the post-card pretty routes that wind around mountains, green valleys, fields and forests, as well as alongside the mighty Atlantic Ocean.

The island of Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal located in the North Atlantic Ocean, and is a popular year-round tourist destination due to its pleasant climate and its rich, fascinating and unique culture. There is much biodiversity on the island, and several of its landscapes are classified as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

We will pick you up in the morning from your hotel, and from there we have a selection of routes 20km or less we can run on – Porto da Cruz, Santana, Portela, Poiso, Machico or Encumeada.

Porto da Cruz is a lovely, quaint and charming village on the Northeast Coast of the island, and this trail involves running through some absolutely beautiful and lush green forests.

Santana is a route that winds its away across the majestic mountains of Santana city itself, and the area you will run through is designated as a UNSECO World Biosphere Reserve, with the Laurissilva Forest often named the most beautiful in Madeira.

Portela is a much more green route, with lush forests and landscapes making for a peaceful path.

Poiso is a high route, at 1400m above sea level, with 2 types of forest to run through and a dramatic descent to Ribeiro Frio before heading back up to Poiso itself.

Machico is the second biggest city on Madeira, with many of the houses and buildings having the ocean as a backdrop, and the highlight of this trail is definitely the epic view back over the city from the Pico do Facho viewpoint.

Encumeada is one of the most unique trails on the island, as we will run through several tunnels and dense vegetation, as well as pass several mesmerizing and idyllic lagoons and waterfalls.

All of these routes have unique and beautiful characteristics, and whatever one you choose you are guaranteed to enjoy!

Try any of these trail running routes and you will make memories to last a lifetime – book now to have a go!