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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

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Curral Das Freiras

Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

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4.7

(10)

hikers

Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

01:04

2.32km

150m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 18, 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 836 m for 745 m

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Parking

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18 m

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

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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 …

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112 m

Radar station on Pico do Areeiro

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Immediately next to the summit is a radar station of the Portuguese Air Force that can be seen from afar.

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140 m

Pico do Areeiro (1,818 m)

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The Pico do Arieiro is one of the must-see natural sites on the island of Madeira. At 1,818 meters above sea level, it is the third highest peak on the …

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645 m

Pedra Rija Stairway

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On the first third of the trail is the Petra Rija viewpoint. Directly behind it, the stairway leads to nothingness on a narrow fore-summit. Especially when the summit is shrouded …

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823 m

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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900 m

Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Trail

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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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1.20 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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2.15 km

Stairway to Heaven – PR1 Vereda do Areeiro

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

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2.32 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.66 km

406 m

218 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.58 km

735 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,780 m)

Lowest point (1,630 m)

Weather

Saturday 18 July

22°C

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Comments

October 3, 2024,🇵🇹 Pico do Arieiro ⛰️☀️

Our 4th tour on Madeira was originally planned as a high-altitude trail connecting the Pico do Arieiro (1818m) with the Pico Ruivo (1862m).
Due to forest fires and rockfalls, the trail was closed after 1/3 below the Pico do Arieiro.
We therefore decided to climb the Pico Ruivo separately via the eastern route.

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December 17, 2025,Pico Do Ariero❤️

A beautiful trail with stunning views. It was supposed to be a trek to the highest peak in Madeira, but unfortunately, due to renovations, only the first section (1/5 of the total) is open. Well, I'm left with a huge sense of dissatisfaction and a plan to return. It must be admitted that even this small fragment made a huge …

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Radar station on Pico do Areeiro

Pico do Areeiro (1,818 m)

Pedra Rija Stairway

Ninho da Manta Viewpoint

Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Trail

Pedra Rija Viewpoint

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