Lagoa do Vento is one of the lesser-known waterfalls in the heart of Maidera, but it’s definitely worth a visit. The large lake along with the waterfall are breathtaking, plus it offers a view of the second waterfall, Risco, which joins the lake and continues up the steep valley. Lake Vento, especially in the summer months, lends itself directly to a short refreshing (or rather hardening) dip, and its surroundings make it an ideal mid-route stop for a snack overlooking the countryside.
The lake can be reached by several paths and it is possible to combine the hike with some other nearby waterfalls or lakes (Risco waterfall, or a bit more distant waterfall 25 Fontes); we chose a total of about 6 kilometers from Rabaçal car park. The trail has an elevation gain of nearly 300 meters and although you have to set aside a couple of hours to hike, it is not a strenuous hike.
About halfway along the route, it is possible to stop at a café Rabaçal Nature Spot Café which, in addition to coffee, kombucha and a range of delicious pastries and cakes, is also notable for the presence of a number of tiny birds that flock around the outdoor terrace and are not afraid of visitors – especially if you order something to eat.
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The Rabaçal Nature Spot Café is an ideal stopping point about halfway from the Rabaçal car park to the lake and the Lagoa do Vento waterfall. As well as coffee, kombucha and a range of delicious pastries and cakes, it also stands out for the presence of a number of tiny birds that congregate around the outdoor terrace and aren’t afraid of visitors – especially if you order something to eat.
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Rabaçal car park
Type
Official parking
Paid
Ne
Overnight parking
Allowed
Restrictions
Ne
The Rabaçal car park is an ideal starting point for a range of hikes in Madeira’s Serra da Água mountain range, including Lagoa do Vento or the Risco waterfall.
Lagoa do Vento (Madeira)
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