PR18
Levada do Pico Ruivo
Central Mountains
OpenHard
📏 5.8km⏱ 3h⬆️ 380m gain⭐ 4.3
A challenging climb from Ilha levada to Pico Ruivo hut, through towering heather and heath. Less travelled than PR1 or PR1.1 but equally rewarding with excellent summit access.
🎫 Book on SIMplifica: €4.50/slot →🎫 Permit & Booking
Permit Required
Book 1 day ahead via SIMplifica portal
💶 €4.50 per person🆓 Madeira residents exempt
🌦️ Current Conditions
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Crowds
Low
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Mud
Moderate
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Exposure
Minimal
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Tunnels
None
Last verified 46 days ago
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🗺️ Route Map
🚗 Parking & Access
🅿️ Ilha - limited roadside
Fills by:Never crowded
Overflow:N/A
Note:Very narrow access road - be careful
Approximate drive time from Funchal: ~50 min from Funchal
🎒 What to Bring
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2L water minimum
All Madeira trails
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Sun cream + hat
Strong UV year-round, even on overcast days
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Hiking boots
Moderate mud. Sneakers not recommended.
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First aid kit
hard trail with remote sections
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Offline map downloaded
Mobile signal drops on high trails
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