Ascent to Pico Ruivo
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Recommended by 1976 out of 2000 hikers
This Highlight goes through a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Parque Natural da Madeira
This segment may be dangerous
Parts of this Highlight comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
Tips
The ascent on the PR1 to Pico Ruivo leads through a heather forest, which was badly damaged by a fire years ago. Now countless broom bushes grow between the white skeletal trees and the place has a very special atmosphere.
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•March 22, 2018
From Queimadas via Teixara, Pico Ruivo to Pico de Arieiro ...... fantastically beautiful tour.
From Pico de Arieiro to Pico Ruivo and back also great. Both already gone. Recommended.translated by•January 9, 2020
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