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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

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

02:47

7.62km

390m

Mountaineering

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

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Tips

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 3.29 km for 745 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Camping Site

1

1.64 km

Hiking Car Park Below Pico do Areeiro

Highlight • Parking

Below the peak of Pico do Arieiro there is a parking lot, which is the starting point of the hike.

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2

2.58 km

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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3

2.68 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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4

3.09 km

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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5

3.27 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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6

3.59 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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7

3.64 km

Pedra Rija Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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8

4.72 km

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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7.62 km

End point

Camping Site

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.52 km

2.26 km

1.66 km

861 m

122 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.42 km

2.01 km

1.54 km

1.48 km

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Highest point (1,780 m)

Lowest point (1,560 m)

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