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PR 3.1

Caminho Real do Monte

Ribeira das Cales - Monte. Highlights: Monte, old track, forest descent.

Distance
ok. 4,2 km
Time
about 1 h 25 min
Difficulty
Moderate (est.)
Fee
from 4,50 EUR

Decision for today

Good to go

Status and basic weather do not show an obvious blocker. Still check IFCN/SIMplifica before starting.

  • Official status: open.
  • Pogoda: Pogoda dobra.

Access and parking

Ribeira das Cales / Monte

guidance

Quick access check

Parking pointBus possible after checkingPlan the return
Parking / start

A short trail in the Funchal/Monte area. Logistics are easier than for high mountain trails, but check the starting point.

Bus / transfer

Look for transport towards Monte and Ribeira das Cales; local connections from Funchal may be available.

Search in SIGA: Funchal, Monte, Ribeira das Cales.

Logistics

linear trail. Start: Ribeira das Cales. End: Monte.

Access plan

By car

Ribeira das Cales / Monte. Set the start point in maps and check whether parking is available in the morning and afternoon.

Without a car

Search in SIGA: Funchal, Monte, Ribeira das Cales.

Return

This is a linear or logistically harder trail. Plan pickup, taxi or two transport legs.

Transport information is planning guidance. Confirm schedules, parking and access in official sources before you go.
Parking in Google Maps SIGA schedules

Logistics tip. Confirm current departures, access restrictions and parking with SIGA or locally before heading out.

Trail map

Start point and area

Porto MonizSão VicenteSantanaMachicoFunchalPonta do Sol
PR 3.1

Orientation point

Monte / Ribeira das Cales · start

This is an orientation point, not a full GPS trail.

Parking / access

Ribeira das Cales / Monte

A short trail in the Funchal/Monte area. Logistics are easier than for high mountain trails, but check the starting point.

Hike plan

Day plan for this trail

Hike

ok. 4,2 km · about 1 h 25 min · Moderate (est.)

Conditions

Good to go. Status and basic weather do not show an obvious blocker. Still check IFCN/SIMplifica before starting.

Checklists and timing

Before you go

  • Check the current IFCN notice for this trail.
  • Save the start point and route offline.
  • Book and check the fee in SIMplifica.
  • Compare weather with IPMA/ProCiv before starting.

Gear

Offline 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.

Daylight

Estimated time: about 1 h 25 min. Latest reasonable start: 19:05 (45 min buffer before dark).

Data confidence

What is reliable and what to check

Trail status

IFCN live

Last read: 16/07/2026, 21:16.

Difficulty

estimated

Do not treat this as an official fact. It is planning guidance.

Map point

start

This is an orientation point, not a full GPS trail.

Access

guidance

Checked: 14/05/2026, 01:00. Confirm schedules in SIGA.

Weather now

Open-Meteo

Updated: 16/07/2026, 21:16. Refresh about every 1h.

Trail FAQ

Common questions before you go

Is the trail currently available?

Open. Trail status and weather can change quickly. Before you go, check IFCN, SIMplifica, IPMA/ProCiv and local signage.

How long does the hike take?

Roughly 1 h 25 min at a calm pace without longer breaks. Add time for photos and rest.

How much does entry cost?

Entry costs 4,50 € for visitors over 12. Pay online in SIMplifica and keep the confirmation for checks.

Do I need to book or pay?

This trail requires booking or entry verification in SIMplifica before you start.

Where do I park and how do I get there?

Ribeira das Cales / Monte. Look for transport towards Monte and Ribeira das Cales; local connections from Funchal may be available.

Is this a good trail with a dog?

possible with dog. Shorter, easier trail, potentially sensible with a dog after checking local rules.

Trail profile

Who it suits and what to watch

Best for

General-purpose trail, but check status and weather before you go.

short

With dog

possible with dog

Shorter, easier trail, potentially sensible with a dog after checking local rules.

Risks

  • Even with low risk, check the official IFCN status before leaving.