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PR1 Vereda do Areeiro (Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Trail)

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PR1 Vereda do Areeiro (Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Trail)

PR1 Vereda do Areeiro (Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Trail)

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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.

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

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    January 15, 2024

    The mountains of Madeira are fantastic! 🤩

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      May 18, 2025

      The PR1 Vereda do Areeiro is one of the most spectacular hikes in Madeira and leads through the island's central mountain range. It connects Madeira's three highest peaks:

      Pico do Areeiro (1,818 m)

      Pico das Torres (1,851 m)

      Pico Ruivo (1,862 m)


      Difficulty: Moderate to challenging

      Elevation gain: Between 1,491 m and 1,857 m


      The route includes tunnels, steep stairs, and narrow paths along rock faces. It requires surefootedness, a head for heights, and a good level of fitness. The ascent to Pico Ruivo is particularly challenging, but the views of the surrounding mountain landscape are breathtaking.

      Note (as of May 2025)

      Due to forest fires in August 2024, the hiking trail is currently only partially open. Currently, only the section between Pico do Areeiro and the Pedra Rija viewpoint (approx. 1.2 km) is accessible. There is no information yet as to when the entire path will be reopened.

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