How big is Madeira actually? And how long does it take to drive around it? These are questions I get asked all the time. And honestly, Madeira is not that big at all. This little piece of paradise is only about 60 km long and just about 22 km tall.… Weiterlesen »Autofahren auf Madeira: Der ultimative Roadtrip Guide + Reiseroute
Madeira does Carnival. And not a little bit. Every year, when February rolls around, Funchal starts to feel like it has its own heartbeat. Lights go up, music drifts through the streets, and suddenly you realize: this island is absolutely serious about Carnaval. This year for Madeira Carnival 2026, the… Weiterlesen »Erlebe Madeira Karneval 2026
It’s been a hot minute since my last blog post… mostly because I’ve been out doing what I love most: hiking all over Madeira. And while I’ve been busy posting trail vlogs on Instagram and TikTok, there’s one question that pops up over and over again in my DMs: “Wait —… Weiterlesen »Wie das neue Buchungssystem für Madeiras Wanderwege funktioniert
Let’s be honest: the weather in Madeira can be a bit of a wildcard. One moment you’re soaking up the sun, the next you’re watching clouds roll in. That’s the reality of island life, especially one with such diverse microclimates. If you’re planning a trip here, be ready for anything.… Weiterlesen »Was tun an Regentagen auf Madeira?
When I first moved to Madeira, I was still a vegetarian. That didn’t last long. First, it was the fresh seafood that broke me — so fresh, so tempting, I just had to give in. I stuck with pescatarian for a while, thinking I could make it work. But the… Weiterlesen »Die authentischsten Espetada Restaurants bei Funchal
The other day, I was guiding a group of American girls on a hike (such a fun group by the way! 😊) and during our walk, we started chatting about their plans for the rest of the trip. They told me they had trouble finding a proper breakfast spot in… Weiterlesen »Die besten Brunch-Spots auf Madeira
If you’ve ever tried to find a hiking trail on Madeira, you’ve probably come across a bunch of confusing names – Levada this, Vereda that, and what on earth is PR? I’m not gonna lie, it took me a while to figure it out too (especially with the Portuguese pronunciation that… Weiterlesen »Levada, Vereda, PR? Was Madeiras Wanderwege wirklich bedeuten
What is the weather in Madeira? This is one of the most common questions I get and honestly, it’s a great one. So here’s my best attempt to answer it based on personal experience, living here, and helping visitors like you plan your trips. Short version? The weather in Madeira… Weiterlesen »Wie ist das Wetter im Herbst auf Madeira?
As summer fades into golden evenings, Madeira keeps serving sunsets that leave you speechless. The best part? You don’t need summer at all to enjoy them. Thanks to the island’s unique geography and mild climate, you can experience the best of sunset spots on Madeira year-round. Whether you’re standing above… Weiterlesen »Die 3 schönsten Sonnenuntergangs-Spots auf Madeira
Madeira is an island surrounded by the Atlantic, so of course seafood is a must. Funny enough, I used to be vegetarian when I first moved here… but with fresh tuna, octopus, and the iconic espada (scabbard fish) on every menu, I slowly gave in. Now, I can’t imagine skipping… Weiterlesen »Die besten Seafood-Restaurants in Madeira
