Madeira

Cycling in Madeira is a surprising adventure worth considering, even though it's primarily renowned for its hiking opportunities. You'll be pleasantly surprised by the cycling experience here, thanks to stunning panoramic routes that cover most of the island. For more challenging terrains, our transfer services have got you covered. With a year-round summer-like climate and vibrant flora and fauna, Madeira offers an ideal cycling environment.

Along the way, you'll encounter beautiful parks, serene bays, and breathtaking cliffs. Additionally, you won't miss out on cultural experiences, as Madeira, a Portuguese island with a rich history dating back to the 15th century, boasts magnificent quintas and monumental fortresses. Spend an enchanting week on this flowery island, where UNESCO World Cultural Heritage landscapes, maritime traditions, and warm Madeiran hospitality await.

The cycling week on this Atlantic island caters to experienced cyclists, providing an eight-day journey around Madeira's coastal and inland regions. Madeira welcomes cyclists year-round, with mild temperatures from February to December, making it a versatile destination for your biking adventures.

Details about the bike tour in Madeira

Madeira, known as the "flower island," offers excellent cycling conditions nearly year-round, boasting colourful vegetation and stunning landscapes. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the lava rock pools near Porto Moniz and take a scenic cable car ride from Funchal to Monte.

Madeira's cities exude a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, adding an exotic charm to your cycling holiday. As you embark on your daily routes, immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Madeira's flowers and capture the enchanting rock panoramas that await you.

The highlights of the cycling holiday around Madeira at a glance

• An attractive destination all year round: Madeira has mild temperatures almost all year round - from February to December. This not only benefits the flora but also you as a cyclist!

• Colourful natural spectacles: Madeira is known all over the world for its lush, evergreen vegetation. The exotic flora is responsible for the nickname "flower island".

• Natural pools in Porto Moniz: The lava rock pools are a truly impressive natural spectacle!

• Bus transfers for steep climbs: The often very steep stages such as in Caniço, Porto da Cruz or Sao Vicente are covered by bus - transfer included!

• Cable car to Monte: On the last day you can enjoy bicycle-free time in the capital of the island of Funchal with a cable car to Monte with the tropical garden Jardim Tropical.

Worth knowing about the bike tour in Madeira

The eight-day cycling adventure on the Atlantic island starts in Caniço. In the next few days, there are about 195 kilometres on the bike and an infinite number of impressions waiting for you! The daily journeys are on motorways with little traffic and are between 25 and 50 kilometres long. 

The most strenuous climbs are covered by bus transfers, but you should expect some steep sections and descents. A good basic condition and cycling experience are an advantage. Madeira is above all, a fantastic all-year-round destination for cyclists.

This tour has been graded as Athletic. Find out more about our cycling holiday difficulty levels.

Read a detailed day-by-day tour report of the Around Madeira cycle tour on our Active on Holiday blog.