Comparison
Madeira or Picos de Europa? Which to choose for a group trip
Madeira or Picos de Europa: budget, best time and vibe side by side, to decide with your group where to go.
| Madeira | Picos de Europa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| Budget | €€€budget.2 | €€€budget.1 |
| Best time | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | May–Jul, September |
| Vibe | NatureAdventureRelax | NatureAdventureFood & Wine |
Which one?
- Pick Madeira if your group is after relaxing. The best time to go is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct.
- Pick Picos de Europa if your group is after good food and wine and want to spend less. The best time to go is May–Jul, September.
Still split? Put both in a trip on Roamie: everyone gives their points and, if needed, the wheel decides.
Madeira
Portugal
The levadas, irrigation channels with paths alongside, cross laurel forests and cliffs. Spring-like weather all year and sunrise on Pico do Arieiro.
- Best time
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Budget
- €€€budget.2
NatureAdventureRelaxFrom the guide Hiking and nature: 6 outdoor trips for your group
Picos de Europa
Spain
The Cares Trail, the Covadonga lakes and villages serving fabada and cider. Less known than the Alps, and cheaper.
- Best time
- May–Jul, September
- Budget
- €€€budget.1
NatureAdventureFood & WineFrom the guide Hiking and nature: 6 outdoor trips for your group
General, indicative information: seasons, prices and conditions change, so always check before you go.