Wild camping in Madeira

If you plan to go wild camping in the mountains of Madeira, you will need to apply for permission from the Regional Forest Directorate beforehand. Once you have received the permission document, you must keep it with you at all times during your camping trip and present it to Forest Guards upon request.

Permission request

To apply for permission, you must create an account at Simplifica website here. Once you’re logged in search for “Camping licence”  or go directly https://simplifica.madeira.gov.pt/services/7-22-101. The form will require you to provide some personal details, such as your name and contact information, as well as information about your planned camping trip, such as the dates and location of your stay. You will also need to provide some information about your camping tent and the number of people.

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