🌎 Portugal 🇵🇹
📍 Estr. do Cristo Rei, Caniço, Portugal
✈️ Madeira International Airport Cristiano Ronaldo (FNC)
🚗 10.6 KM
⏱️ 12 minutes
Estrada do Cristo Rei in Caniço, Madeira, is renowned for the Cristo Rei statue, offering magnificent views over the Atlantic and Funchal Bay. Accessible via a short drive from Funchal, it’s best to explore by renting a car or taking a local bus. No entry fee is required, making it a budget-friendly destination. Visitors can spend around 1-2 hours enjoying the scenic vistas, taking photographs, and exploring nearby trails. The site is open year-round, but the best time to visit is during the spring or early autumn when the weather is mild and crowds are smaller. While guided tours are available, the area is easy enough to navigate independently for those who prefer a solo or family outing. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes as some walking is required, and bring a jacket as it can get windy.