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Stairway to Heaven – PR1 Vereda do Areeiro

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Stairway to Heaven – PR1 Vereda do Areeiro

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Stairway to Heaven – PR1 Vereda do Areeiro

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Thomas 🖤💚

May 22, 2023

Mountaineering

The path is something for the eye, it leads directly over the narrow ridge and is secured with steel cables.

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Sonja

May 28, 2023

Mountaineering

There are ample stairs on the way to the summit. This trail takes all day (4-6 hours for 15km), but the stunning scenery is worth the effort. The last stairs before you reach the summit of Pico Ruivo - there is a steep descent to the left and right!

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Bernd 🌲🦌🍄🥾

May 18, 2025

Mountaineering

The "Stairway to Heaven" is an iconic section of the PR1 Vereda do Areeiro hiking trail. It is located between Pico do Areeiro (1,818 m) and Pico Ruivo (1,862 m), the highest point on the island. This section is characterized by steep stone steps that wind along narrow ridges and rock faces, giving the impression of leading directly to heaven in suitable weather conditions.

The combination of dramatic scenery and unique perspective makes this section a popular photo subject for hikers and photographers.

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1. Pico do Arieiro – Ninho da Manta Viewpoint loop from Areeiro

3.75km

01:35

240m

Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Pico do Arieiro – Ninho da Manta Viewpoint loop from Areeiro

2.49km

01:07

160m

Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Pico do Arieiro – Ninho da Manta Viewpoint loop from Areeiro

7.01km

02:35

360m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Elevation 1,850 m

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Max wind speed: 3.0 km/h

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1. Pico do Arieiro – Ninho da Manta Viewpoint loop from Areeiro

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