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View from Pico Ruivo – View of Pico Ruivo loop from Achada do Teixeira

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View from Pico Ruivo – View of Pico Ruivo loop from Achada do Teixeira

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View from Pico Ruivo – View of Pico Ruivo loop from Achada do Teixeira

01:16

3.53km

210m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

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Parking

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12 m

Mountain view from Achada do Teixeira

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A hearty hut with delicious dishes and a friendly Tyrolean hut host.

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238 m

Ascent to Pico Ruivo

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Starting point:
Achada do Teixeira, approximately 1,590–1,630 m above sea level, with parking and starting point of the PR1.2 hiking trail.

Trail details
Feature Description
Length approx. 2.8 km (one way)
Elevation gain approx. +260 m
Duration approx. 1–1.5 hours (ascent)
Difficulty: easy to moderate
Trail condition: well-maintained: stone slabs, steps, safely guided
Season: accessible year-round (except in storms or snow)

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1.35 km

View from Pico Ruivo

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From Pico Ruivo, a spectacular 360° panorama unfolds across Madeira's rugged mountain landscape, often shrouded in clouds and mist. Depending on the weather, you'll see the sea, valleys, and neighboring peaks like Pico do Areeiro bathed in ever-changing light. It's the perfect moment to bundle up, take a longer break, and simply marvel at the view.

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1.66 km

Junction Vereda Ilha- Pico Ruivo

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At the junction of hiking trails PR 1.1 and PR 1.2, you'll find an important landmark in the heart of the mountains between Pico Ruivo and Ilha. Here you can briefly decide whether you prefer to continue along scenic ridge paths or descend towards the valley. It's the perfect moment for a short break, a glance at the trail markers, and a photo of the surrounding peaks.

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1.75 km

View of Pico Ruivo

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From this vantage point, you have an impressive view of Pico Ruivo, rising majestically from the mountain range as Madeira's highest peak. Depending on the weather, the summit may be shrouded in clouds and mist, or it may shine brightly in the sun – both make for stunning photographic opportunities. It's the perfect spot for a short break before you begin your own ascent or simply enjoy the view.

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2.70 km

Encumeada Baixa Shelter

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Wonderful path, which is usually also above the clouds. On a cloudy day in Funchal, up the mountain early before the clouds move up in the afternoon.

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3.05 km

View over the Pico Ruivo Parking

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When you see the parking lot, you have completed the approximately 8 km and around 1000 meters of altitude (ascent and descent) from Pico do Areeiro over Pico Ruivo and have experienced what is probably the most beautiful hike on Madera.

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3.17 km

View of the coast and mountains in Madeira Natural Park

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More wonderful views of the Atlantic

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3.53 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.50 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.50 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,720 m)

Lowest point (1,570 m)

Weather

Saturday 16 May

16°C

12°C

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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View from Pico Ruivo – View of Pico Ruivo loop from Achada do Teixeira

Mountain view from Achada do Teixeira

Ascent to Pico Ruivo

View from Pico Ruivo

Junction Vereda Ilha- Pico Ruivo

View of Pico Ruivo

Encumeada Baixa Shelter

View over the Pico Ruivo Parking

View of the coast and mountains in Madeira Natural Park

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