The second stage of the hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo leads across a newly created path shortly before the last tunnel on the western mountain flank of Pico das Torres, as the old section of the path was impassable due to a rockfall. Since such interruptions and diversions can occur frequently, you should always check the condition of the path beforehand. Read more
The hike across the roof of Madeira is one of the island’s classic tours – from Pico do Arieiro (1,818 m) on a wonderfully laid out high-altitude path on exposed rock ledges, like here at Pico das Torres, through tunnels and over secured ridges to the highest point of Madeira – Pico Ruivo (1,862 m). Read more
The view from Pico do Arieiro (1,818 m) over Madeira is breathtaking even by day, so the summit seemed the perfect place to experience a quiet and lonely full-moon night and the sunrise over the island. Read more
At 1,818 m, Pico do Arieiro is the second-highest peak in Madeira. As it is accessible by road almost to the summit, the magnificent views of Madeira’s rugged mountains attract many visitors. Read more
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