Vereda do Pico Grande
Central Mountains
Challenging high-altitude route to Pico Grande (1654m) through laurisilva and heath. Requires scrambling sections and good navigation skills. Solitary and wild - one of Madeira's most adventurous trails.
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Permit Required
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🌦️ Current Conditions
Last verified 46 days ago
📅 7-Day Forecast
🗺️ Route Map
🚗 Parking & Access
🅿️ Curral das Freiras upper road
Approximate drive time from Funchal: ~50 min from Funchal
🎒 What to Bring
3L+ water
6h hike. Drink before you feel thirsty.
Sun cream + hat
Strong UV year-round, even on overcast days
Packed lunch + snacks
6h on trail. No cafés en route.
Trekking poles
850m of elevation. Your knees will thank you.
Warm layer
Temperature drops ~6°C per 1000m gained
Waterproof boots
High mud rating. Trail shoes will be soaked.
First aid kit
expert trail with remote sections
Offline map downloaded
Mobile signal drops on high trails
Screenshot permit confirmation
No signal at trailhead. Save offline before leaving.