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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

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São Roque Do Faial

Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

02:39

7.15km

380m

Mountaineering

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

Last updated: April 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 3.09 km for 745 m

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1.41 km

Lower Pico do Areeiro Parking Lot

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The upper parking lot at Pico do Areeiro is only for short-term parking for a maximum of 1 hour. Therefore, the lower parking lot is perfect for longer hikes. It's best to plan the tour from here.

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1.44 km

Hiking Car Park Below Pico do Areeiro

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

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2.38 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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2.48 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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2.89 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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3.07 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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3.44 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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4.52 km

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

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The mountains of Madeira are fantastic! 🤩

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7.15 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.73 km

2.07 km

1.66 km

507 m

122 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.20 km

1.92 km

1.54 km

1.46 km

Elevation

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Highest point (1,780 m)

Lowest point (1,560 m)

Weather

Sunday 17 May

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Ninho da Manta Viewpoint – Pedra Rija Viewpoint loop from Arieiro

Lower Pico do Areeiro Parking Lot

Hiking Car Park Below Pico do Areeiro

Pico do Areeiro (1,818 m)

Stairway to Heaven – PR1 Vereda do Areeiro

Pedra Rija Stairway

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

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