Ribeiro Frio & Balcoes in Madeira

 

 

Ribeiro Frio is a very small village from which there are a couple of Levada walks including walks in ancient Laurel forest. There are a couple of cafes/restaurants and a number of viewing points near Ribeiro Frio where you can enjoy dramatic viewpoints of the mountainous landscape.

 

 

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Balcoes

One of the levada walks from Ribeiro Frio is signposted for Balcoes. It is around 20 minutes walk to reach Balcoes where you are rewarded with a magnificent view of the awe inspiring valley. Well worth the trip.