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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Parque Ecológico do Funchal

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São Roque Do Faial

Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Parque Ecológico do Funchal

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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Parque Ecológico do Funchal

02:22

6.07km

360m

Hiking

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

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.67 km for 745 m

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1.59 km

Trail to Pico do Areeiro

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Since the upper parking lot is full relatively early, you can take a shortcut using this path

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2.45 km

Nice tour with great moments again and again 🤩

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2.55 km

Stone Steps Trail

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4

2.64 km

Ninho da Manta Viewpoint

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The Ninho da Manta viewpoint is located just a few meters from the start of the Vereda do Areeiro route (PR1), one of the most famous hikes in Madeira. It …

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2.72 km

The PR1 hiking trail – Vereda do Areeiro, which leads from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo, is one of the best-maintained high-altitude trails in Madeira – despite its alpine character.

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2.96 km

Great view of parts of the island and the Atlantic. Path is very well developed.

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3.01 km

Pedra Rija Viewpoint

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Coming from Pico do Areeiro, you reach this vantage point after about one kilometer. Shortly before is the often photographed staircase with steep precipices on both sides.

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3.77 km

Stairway to Heaven

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Another highlight along the route. However, immediately afterward, the path is blocked by an iron gate. The path has collapsed, and there was a forest fire. According to unconfirmed reports, it is scheduled to reopen in the summer of 2026.

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6.07 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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1.89 km

1.66 km

1.58 km

587 m

264 m

Surfaces

1.72 km

1.56 km

1.50 km

961 m

232 m

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