Trout Festival / Cider Route

Cider and Trout are both local to this region and visitors have the opportunity to learn about and taste these products during this festival. Through visits to the Ribeiro Frio aquaculture station; participation in trout fishing contests; presentations and food tastings based around trout and cider; and exhibitions that demonstrate the handmade cider production process – a drink that is very much appreciated by the people of Madeira. In the evenings there is musical entertainment from local musicians.The event extends to the localities of Achada do Cedro Gordo, Pico do Cedro Gordo and Chão do Cedro Gordo, in the parish of São Roque do Faial.