PR26
Caminho do Pico do Facho
East
OpenModerate
📏 5.2km⏱ 2.5h⬆️ 390m gain⭐ 4.1
A short but steep climb to Pico do Facho above Machico, offering panoramic views of Machico bay, the airport, and the eastern tip of Madeira. Excellent for photography.
🎫 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
Low
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Exposure
Minimal
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Tunnels
None
Last verified 49 days ago
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🗺️ Route Map
🚗 Parking & Access
🅿️ Machico
Fills by:Never crowded
Overflow:Town car parks
Note:Trailhead near Machico town centre
Approximate drive time from Funchal: ~45 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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