Bica da Cana

A picnic-table viewpoint at 1,620 m looking back at the central peaks.

View of Madeira's central mountains from the Bica da Cana viewpoint
Photo: Rikki Mitterer · CC BY-SA 4.0

At the eastern edge of Paúl da Serra, Bica da Cana looks across the head of the Ribeira Brava valley to Pico Grande and the central massif. It is a short walk from the car park and one of the best cloud-inversion spots in the west.

Two viewpoints, one stop

From the car park a level path leads a few minutes to the main balcony. A rougher path continues to the Miradouro do Pináculo, which sits on the rim and gives a cleaner line to the peaks.

There is a picnic area with tables and a forestry house. Nothing is sold here — bring what you need.

Local tips

  • A good sunrise alternative to Arieiro if you are staying in the west or north.

Guided trips here

Bookable tours that include or focus on this spot.

  • Open 4x4 jeep on a mountain track above green Madeiran valleys
    Full day Island-wide pickup

    West Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari

    Porto Moniz lava pools, Seixal's black sand, the Fanal laurel forest and the Cabo Girão cliff skywalk, in a small open 4x4 with a local driver.

  • Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day in Madeira
    8 hours Madeira 4.9(913)

    Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day

    On this Jeep tour we have everything; Sea, Mountains, Waterfalls and Natural Pools.

  • Full-Day Jeep Safari West: Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão in Madeira
    7 hours Porto Moniz 4.8(996)

    Full-Day Jeep Safari West: Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão

    SAFARI 4X4 Enjoy the entire Jeep 4X4 ride and take in the magnificent scenery of unfamiliar areas. You can visit the most outstanding and untouched areas of this wonderful Island

  • Madeira West Porto Moniz pools - Enchanted Terraces Fanal Unesco in Madeira
    8 hours Porto Moniz 4.8(744)

    Madeira West Porto Moniz pools - Enchanted Terraces Fanal Unesco

    Join us for an unforgettable adventure as we showcase the breathtaking beauty of Madeira's northwest coast.

  • West Side Private Full Day Tours around Madeira Island in Madeira
    6 hours Madeira 5.0(302)

    West Side Private Full Day Tours around Madeira Island

    A local guide providing a fun, relaxing and knowledgeable tour around Madeira Island. Whenever you are a seasoned traveler or visiting for the first time, these tours are designed to cater all interests.

  • Madeira West Coast: Old West Road Private Vintage Sidecar Tour in Madeira
    3 hours Madeira 5.0(232)

    Madeira West Coast: Old West Road Private Vintage Sidecar Tour

    Indulge in a private 3-hour coastal and hillside adventure in Madeira aboard a classic sidecar motorcycle. Explore historic roads and visit some of Madeira’s most breathtaking viewpoints, including Cabo Girão and Câmara de Lobos.

Stay nearby

Where to base yourself for this part of the island.

Nearby

Within a short drive, so they combine into one day.

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