Photograph by Celeste Noche Curral das Freiras sits in a deep valley in central Madeira. Surrounded by mountains, it can only be accessed by a single road. It owes its name, meaning ‘nun’s ...

Portugal's subtropical isle of Madeira rises from the Atlantic like a greenery-tinted dream. Comprised of the various peaks of massive underwater mountains, Madeira has a coastline stretching some ...

On the route, travellers can expect panoramic views of Madeira’s rugged mountains and cloud-drenched valleys, alongside ancient lava flows and the relict laurel trees. “Often you’ll reach ...

The Madeira starts at the foot of the Bolivian Andes Mountains and runs 3,315 km (2,060 mi) until it reaches the Amazon River, in Amazonas state, impacting a region that spans almost a quarter of ...

The Caminho Real 23 (CR23), the Madeira Island Ultra Trail and the Boca do Risco trail The Madeira Coastline meets the mountains. Photo: Shutterstock For those seeking multi-day hikes, there are some ...