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Street Art in Funchal: The Painted Doors of Rua de Santa

Explore Funchal's famous painted doors on Rua de Santa Maria — the ArTE pORTas aBERTas project, walking route, best murals, photography tips, and how to.

8 October 2026

Madeira Wine Tasting Tours: Cellars, Vineyards, and Tastings

5 min

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Madeira Wine Tasting Tours: Cellars, Vineyards, and Tastings

The best wine tasting tours in Madeira — from Blandy's Wine Lodge and Pereira d'Oliveira to Henriques & Henriques and the vineyards of Estreito de Câmara de.

6 October 2026

Monte Toboggan Ride: Madeira's Most Famous Downhill

5 min

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Monte Toboggan Ride: Madeira's Most Famous Downhill

Everything you need to know about the Monte toboggan ride in Madeira — the iconic wicker basket sled steered by carreiros, running since 1850. History.

3 October 2026

Madeira Museums and Gardens: Culture and Nature Combined

5 min

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Madeira Museums and Gardens: Culture and Nature Combined

Discover the best museums and gardens in Madeira — from Monte Palace Tropical Garden and Jardim Botânico to CR7 Museum and Sacred Art. Combine culture with.

1 October 2026

History of Madeira Island — From Discovery to Modern

5 min

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History of Madeira Island — From Discovery to Modern

Explore the fascinating history of Madeira, from its Portuguese discovery in 1419 through the sugar boom, legendary wine trade, and transformation into one.

29 September 2026

Traditional Food of Madeira: 15 Dishes You Must Try

5 min

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Traditional Food of Madeira: 15 Dishes You Must Try

Discover the 15 most iconic traditional dishes of Madeira — from espetada em pau de louro and bolo do caco to lapas, espada com banana, and bolo de mel.

24 September 2026

Mercado dos Lavradores Guide: Funchal's Vibrant Market

5 min

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Mercado dos Lavradores Guide: Funchal's Vibrant Market

Everything you need to know about Mercado dos Lavradores — Funchal's iconic Art Deco market. Exotic fruits, fresh fish, flowers, spices, and insider tips to.

22 September 2026

Poncha Guide: Madeira's Iconic Drink and Where to Find

5 min

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Poncha Guide: Madeira's Iconic Drink and Where to Find

Everything you need to know about poncha — Madeira's legendary cocktail made with aguardente, honey, and lemon. History, variations, best bars, and where to.

17 September 2026

Madeira Wine Guide: History, Varieties, and Where to Taste

5 min

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Madeira Wine Guide: History, Varieties, and Where to Taste

Everything you need to know about Madeira wine — 500 years of history, the estufagem process, the four noble grapes, where to taste in Funchal, wine routes.

15 September 2026

Madeira Wine Festival: Grape Harvest, Tastings, and

5 min

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Madeira Wine Festival: Grape Harvest, Tastings, and

Everything you need to know about the Festa do Vinho da Madeira — grape treading in Estreito de Câmara de Lobos, wine tastings, folk dancing, the.

4 July 2026

Madeira Flower Festival 2026: Dates, Parades, and

5 min

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Madeira Flower Festival 2026: Dates, Parades, and

Everything you need to know about the Festa da Flor — Madeira's iconic Flower Festival. Dates, parade route, Wall of Hope ceremony, flower carpets, best.

2 July 2026

Christmas in Madeira: Lights, Markets, and Festive Magic

5 min

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Christmas in Madeira: Lights, Markets, and Festive Magic

Discover Christmas in Madeira — over 1 million LED lights, Funchal's Christmas market, traditional food, Noite do Mercado, and mild 18°C weather. Your.

30 June 2026

New Year's Eve in Madeira: The World's Greatest

5 min

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New Year's Eve in Madeira: The World's Greatest

Plan your New Year's Eve in Madeira — Guinness World Record fireworks over Funchal Bay, best viewing spots, events schedule, hotels, restaurants and boat.

27 June 2026

Madeira Carnival Guide: Dates, Parades, and What to Expect

5 min

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Madeira Carnival Guide: Dates, Parades, and What to Expect

Everything you need to know about Madeira Carnival — from the satirical Cortejo Trapalhão and samba parades to dates, costumes, food, and the best viewing.

25 June 2026

Madeira Festivals and Events Calendar 2026: Your

5 min

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Madeira Festivals and Events Calendar 2026: Your

Discover all major festivals and events on Madeira in 2026 — from Carnival and the Flower Festival to the Atlantic Festival, Wine Festival and legendary New.

25 March 2026