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Stairway to Heaven – PR1 Vereda do Areeiro

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Stairway to Heaven – PR1 Vereda do Areeiro

Stairway to Heaven – PR1 Vereda do Areeiro

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Please check local regulations for: Zona Especial de Conservação do Maciço Montanhoso Central da Ilha da Madeira

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

    3.74km

    01:34

    240m

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

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

    Expert

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

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    May 22, 2023

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

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      May 28, 2023

      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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        May 18, 2025

        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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