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Madeira's highest point at approximately 6,200 feet is a perfect destination for hiking and camping enthusiasts.
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“highest peak”(11 reviews)
“car park”(17 reviews)
“views are amazing”(7 reviews)
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62Restaurantswithin 10 km
32Other Attractionswithin 10 km
Cabo Aereo Cafe
(346)
8.9 km
€Cafe
Taberna da Poncha
(269)
9.7 km
€Portuguese
Casa de Palha
(382)
8.3 km
€€ - €€€European
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Levada Caldeirao Verde
(762)
3.3 km
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Levada Do Reí
(119)
6.7 km
Hiking Trails
Valley of the Nuns
(1,097)
4.7 km
Geologic Formations
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Hop-on Hop-off Tours
Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Tour 3 in 1
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Instead of being stuck on a day tour of Funchal sights that don’t interest you, this hop-on hop-off tour puts the power back in your hands. Enjoy the flexibility and freedom of planning your own itinerary and choosing when you hop on. Best of all, there are three different sightseeing routes to choose from. Potential attractions include Funchal Cathedral, the village of Camara de Lobos, and the Skywalk at Cabo Girao.
€14.53 €17 per adult
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The most breath taking views ever
I treked between pico ariero to pico ruivo, physically it was a challenge but doable with hardly any fitness, the views along the trek were the most beautiful i had ever witnessed, i would do this again if i ever went back
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Date of experience: November 2019
Highlight of my trip to Madeira!
Me and my partner climbed to the summit from the car park quite a way up the mountain. The views were breathtaking and we loved it so much that we are going to come back in a few months and climb Pico Ruivo from the bottom! Couldn't recommend enough it's stunning.
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Date of experience: November 2019
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Beautiful
Really beatiful walk to Pico Ruivo. There is nice big parking (for free) which is nice. Just be careful and take any extra t-shirt (if you sweaty to change it) and I can recommend jacket also, because even if is nice weather there is windy. Don´t forget snack and something to…
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Date of experience: September 2019
Pico de Areiro to Pico Ruivo
Absolute breathtaking views! It was the highlight of the holiday being above the clouds and doing the walks! Words of advice: 1. Think twice if you're scared of heights. I am and it was a real struggle at times and nobody told me exactly how strenous and long this is! 2.…
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Date of experience: November 2019
A wondeful hiking route
Reommened to every one who love hiking and amazing views. You need to come early to avoid crowding and tourists. Enjoy the views and weather
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Date of experience: November 2019
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