PR22
Vereda dos Balcões
Northeast
OpenEasy
📏 3km⏱ 1h⬆️ 80m gain⭐ 4.6
The shortest classified trail on the island and possibly the most rewarding for its length. The Balcões viewpoint offers a jaw-dropping panorama of the Ribeira da Metade valley with Pico Ruivo and Pico do Areeiro as a backdrop. Birds flock here to be fed.
🎫 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
Moderate
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Mud
Low
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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
🅿️ Ribeiro Frio trout farm
Fills by:11:00
Overflow:Roadside ER103
Note:Ribeiro Frio café open for refreshments; Victor's Bar famous for local wine
Approximate drive time from Funchal: ~1h 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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