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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

01:17

2.40km

220m

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Hard hike. 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 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 842 m for 754 m

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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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624 m

Stone Staircase to Pico do Arieiro

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Nice tour with great moments again and again 🤩

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729 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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893 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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1.19 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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1.24 km

Narrow Path (Pedra Rija Ridge)

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

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1.95 km

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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2.40 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.67 km

416 m

218 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.56 km

744 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,790 m)

Lowest point (1,630 m)

Weather

Tuesday 21 July

22°C

18°C

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Comments

December 31, 2024,Wanderung auf dem Pico do Arieiro, Madeira

Hike only possible in a shortened form (like ours), hiking trail closed due to rockfall, start early in the morning due to fewer parking spaces, rush of tourists and clouds gathering during the day. Driving to the summit is possible, not for beginners ;-)

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January 19, 2026,🇵🇹 Pico Arieiro, AP Pedra Rija, AP Ninho da Manta, Himmelsleiter

Get up 🫣 today at 4:30 AM to drive to Pico Arieiro. So early because it's a 👍 Hot Spot 👍 on Madeira. Everyone wants to experience the ☀️ sunrise up here and some daredevils the 🌠 "Stairway To Haven" with the ladder to heaven 🌌🪜. However, at 6:30 AM at the start on Pico Arieiro, it was 0 degrees …

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September 23, 2024,Vom Pico Areeiro zur Treppe zum Himmel

Unfortunately, the path to Pico Ruivo behind the Stairway to Heaven was closed due to the forest fires in August. This makes the area geologically unstable.

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September 29, 2024,Pico do Areeiro und Pico Ruivo - PR1 Vereda do Areeiro Route auf der Insel Madeira

The height of Pico Ruivo at Pedra Rija (1.2 km) is amazing!

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April 7, 2025,Pico do Areeiro

It couldn't be easier. Parking right under the peak. But the most interesting part starts further on. An incredibly scenic trail to Pico Ruivo. Unfortunately, after the big fires, only a 1.5 km section is open. The weather is playing tricks on us again, although this time it sometimes takes pity on us and shows us the beauty of the …

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May 9, 2025,Pico do Areeiro and Pico Ruivo - PR1 Vereda do Areeiro route on the island of Madeira

The way is closed so you can only walk 1.2km but still spectacular and woth it. Can do PR3 or 4 afterwards

April 25, 2025,Pico do Areeiro - PR1 1/3 part and back Vereda do Areeiro route on the island of Madeira

PR1 is closed due to fires. Only approximately 1/3 parts are accessible. Incredibly overcrowded place.

March 23, 2025,PR1 Pico do Ariero fino Pedra Rija

Mid-March 2025 the Pico do Areiro - Pico Ruivo trail was closed by the authorities due to bad weather. It is only passable up to Pedra Rija, like this track. Check the opening of the trail on the visitmadeira online site before taking it.

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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

Pico do Areeiro (1,818 m)

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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint

Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Trail

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