The Most Beautiful Hikes in Madeira
- Vereda do Areeiro – PR1 – The most famous hiking trail on Madeira. …
- Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço – PR8. …
- Levada das 25 Fontes – PR6. …
- Levada do Risco – PR6. …
- Vereda dos Balcões – PR11. …
- Vereda do Fanal – PR13. …
- Vereda Do Larano – The most beautiful coastal trail in Madeira.
What is the hardest trail in Madeira?
Best Hard Trails in Madeira
- PR1 Pico Areeiro – Pico Ruivo. …
- PR1.2 – Vereda do Pico Ruivo. …
- Caldeirão Verde Levada Trail. …
- Rabaçal Levadas Route. …
- PR6 – Levada do Risco – 25 Fontes – Vereda da Amelinha. …
- Paul da Serra – Rabaçal – 25 Sources. …
- Levada Nova – Levada do Moinho.
How long does it take to hike Pico do Arieiro?
12.2km in length, 4h-6h in duration. Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo one-way hike – the classic PR1 trail, but adding in the short and stunningly beautiful PR1.
What is the famous trail in Madeira?
Is it safe to hike alone in Madeira?
Without any wild animals or dangerous places to avoid, the main thing to be cautious of is the terrain. You'll want to be careful while hiking Madeira, especially after it's rained, and make sure to avoid swimming in any strong currents on the northern side.
Is it safe to hike in Madeira?
Don't neglect all aspects and safety instructions, no hike is easy and even if Madeira hiking is particularly well marked, the changing weather and cliff side paths can be very dangerous for hikers, experienced or not. Be careful if you want to enjoy all the richness of Madeira's nature!
Why is the Stairway to Heaven trail forbidden?
The stairs were once open to hikers, back in the 80s. It was even featured on "Magnum P.I." in 1981, but the U.S. Coast Guard closed it down in 1987 when the stairs were vandalized and deemed too dangerous.