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PR31

Vereda da Achada do Teixeira - Pico Ruivo

Central Mountains

OpenModerate
📏 4.4km2h⬆️ 190m gain4.5

Alternative route to Pico Ruivo from Achada do Teixeira via a different path through heath and volcanic rock. Slightly longer and less-used alternative to PR1.1 offering quieter conditions.

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🎫 Permit & Booking

Permit Required

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💶 €4.50 per person🆓 Madeira residents exempt
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🌦️ 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 46 days ago

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🗺️ Route Map

🚗 Parking & Access

🅿️ Achada do Teixeira

Fills by:09:00 in summer
Overflow:Roadside below
Note:Same parking as PR1.1

Approximate drive time from Funchal: ~50 min from Funchal

🎒 What to Bring

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2L water minimum

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Sun cream + hat

Strong UV year-round, even on overcast days

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