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Start of Vereda do Pico Ruivo (PR 1.2)

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Start of Vereda do Pico Ruivo (PR 1.2)

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Start of Vereda do Pico Ruivo (PR 1.2)

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1. Ascent to Pico Ruivo – View over the Pico Ruivo Parking loop from Lombo de Cima

2.77km

01:00

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Ascent to Pico Ruivo – Encumeada Baixa Shelter loop from Lombo de Cima

2.17km

00:49

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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GEFINKELT

November 30, 2025

At the start of the Vereda do Pico Ruivo (PR 1.2), you begin on a well-marked mountain path that leads directly into the barren, rocky landscape of Madeira's highest peaks. After just a few meters, the first views open up into deep valleys and to the surrounding mountain ridges. It's the perfect spot to check your shoes, backpack, and camera before heading towards the summit with its panoramic views.

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Frank P.

May 2, 2025

Entrance to Pico Ruivo. The parking lot fills up quickly. However, parking along the road is not a problem. You also have to get there early; we reached the top around 9:00 a.m. and found a parking space nearby. Police also regulate traffic.

The entrance fee is €3 per person. After that, the hike was problem-free.

Some hiking trails are closed, however,
e.g., to Pico do Ariero and the Ecumeada Pass.

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Monal

May 9, 2025

Overview of PR 1 ways

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Elevation 1,630 m

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Start of Vereda do Pico Ruivo (PR 1.2)

1. Ascent to Pico Ruivo – View over the Pico Ruivo Parking loop from Lombo de Cima

2. Ascent to Pico Ruivo – Encumeada Baixa Shelter loop from Lombo de Cima

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