PR 1.1
Pico Ruivo - Ilha. Highlights: Pico Ruivo, descent to Ilha, central massif.
Decision for today
Status and basic weather do not show an obvious blocker. Still check IFCN/SIMplifica before starting.
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Access and parking
Quick access check
A one-way trail between Pico Ruivo and Ilha. The key is planning the descent and the return from Ilha/Santana.
Coordinates for navigation
32.80590, -16.9113932.75873, -16.94226Enter them into an offline map or the car's navigation before you set off: on mountain roads the signal can drop out for long stretches.
Public transport usually means connections via Santana plus an onward transfer or taxi.
Search in SIGA: Santana, Ilha, Achada do Teixeira.
linear trail. Start: Pico Ruivo / Achada do Teixeira. End: Ilha.
By car
Pico Ruivo / Achada do Teixeira albo Ilha. Set the start point in maps and check whether parking is available in the morning and afternoon.
Without a car
Search in SIGA: Santana, Ilha, Achada do Teixeira.
Return
This is a linear or logistically harder trail. Plan pickup, taxi or two transport legs.
Logistics tip. Confirm current departures, access restrictions and parking with SIGA or locally before heading out.
Trail map
Orientation point
Pico Ruivo - Ilha · start
This is an orientation point, not a full GPS trail.
Parking / access
Pico Ruivo / Achada do Teixeira or Ilha
A one-way trail between Pico Ruivo and Ilha. The key is planning the descent and the return from Ilha/Santana.
481-1741 m
Indicative values: elevations read from a terrain model along the GPS track, not measured on the path. On rock ledges and near tunnels the model can show the slope above the trail.
EU-DEM 25 m · OpenStreetMap (ODbL)
Hike plan
Pico Ruivo / Achada do Teixeira
Start point8.2 km · about 2 h 45 min · Moderate
Good to go. Status and basic weather do not show an obvious blocker. Still check IFCN/SIMplifica before starting.
PR 6.4 - Levada Velha do Rabaçal
Open alternativeOffline map / saved start
Signal in mountains and valleys can be unstable.
Water and snacks
Even shorter trails can take longer due to weather and stops.
Windproof layer
On ridges, cliffs and in gusts, wind chills quickly.
Daylight
Estimated time: about 2 h 45 min. Latest reasonable start: 16:29 (60 min buffer before dark).
Data confidence
IFCN live
Last read: 15/09/2026, 14:23.
official
Shown as official or consistent with the source label.
start
This is an orientation point, not a full GPS trail.
guidance
Checked: 14/05/2026, 01:00. Confirm schedules in SIGA.
Open-Meteo
Updated: 15/09/2026, 14:23. Refresh about every 1h.
Trail FAQ
Open. Trail status and weather can change quickly. Before you go, check IFCN, SIMplifica, IPMA/ProCiv and local signage.
Roughly 2 h 45 min at a calm pace without longer breaks. Add time for photos and rest.
Entry costs €4.50 for visitors over 12. Pay online in SIMplifica and keep the confirmation for checks.
This trail requires booking or entry verification in SIMplifica before you start.
Pico Ruivo / Achada do Teixeira albo Ilha. Public transport usually means connections via Santana plus an onward transfer or taxi.
check dog rules. May be possible with a dog, but check current rules, weather and passages.
Trail profile
Scenic mountain trail, good in stable weather.
check dog rules
May be possible with a dog, but check current rules, weather and passages.