PR1 Pico Do Arieiro - Pico Ruivo Reopened Today!

PR1 Rehabilitation Work Successfully Completed

The most famous hiking trail, PR1 Pico do Areeiro - Pico Ruivo has been closed for roughly a month. As reported by Diario, it has now been reopened and is again open to the public. All required rehabilitation work, most notably the work on some metal staircases, has been successfully completed. it goes without saying that visitors are urged to exercise caution while traversing this challenging hiking path, emphasizing the importance of vigilance for hikers.

Why The Hiking PR1 Trail Is Special

Stunning Peaks: The trail links together three of the highest peaks in Madeira: Pico do Areeiro, Pico das Torres, and Pico Ruivo, with heights of 1820 m, 1850 m, and 1862 m respectively.

Beautiful Views: The PR1 trail provides some of the most breathtaking views of Madeira, making it a popular attraction for tourists.

Distinctive Features: As you traverse the trail, you’ll encounter tunnels that once served as shelters for cattle and shepherds. To reach Pico Ruivo, you’ll need to navigate around Pico das Torres via a steep staircase pared into the rock.

Remarkable Natural Landscape: The trail is situated in the Central Mountain Massif, an area that’s part of the Natura 2000 Network. This area is renowned for its captivating hiking areas and remakable natural landscapes.

Challenge: The trail is considered challenging, with a total incline of about 1,000 meters. It’s an advanced trail that goes back and forth.