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Vereda do Pico do Castelo

Moledo - Pico do Castelo. Highlights: Pico do Castelo, Porto Santo, island views.

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Distance
3.2 km
Time
about 50 min
Difficulty
Easy (est.)
Fee
from 4.50 EUR
Altitude
225 - 435 m

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.
  • Weather: Good weather.

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Access and parking

Moledo / Pico do Castelo

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Parking / start

Use Moledo / Pico do Castelo as the planning parking/start reference. Confirm the exact parking point, road access and any restrictions before driving.

Bus / transfer

Check public transport, taxi or transfer options for Moledo / Pico do Castelo; do not assume a direct bus to the trailhead.

Search in SIGA: Porto Santo, Moledo, Pico do Castelo.

Logistics

linear trail. Start: Moledo. End: Pico do Castelo.

Access plan

By car

Moledo / Pico do Castelo. Set the start point in maps and check whether parking is available in the morning and afternoon.

Without a car

Search in SIGA: Porto Santo, Moledo, Pico do Castelo.

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.

Hike plan

Day plan for this trail

Start

Moledo

Hike

3.2 km · about 50 min · Easy (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.
  • Verify wind and visibility 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.

Windproof layer

On ridges, cliffs and in gusts, wind chills quickly.

Daylight

Estimated time: about 50 min. Latest reasonable start: 19:18 (60 min buffer before dark).

Data confidence

What is reliable and what to check

Trail status

IFCN live

Last read: 29/07/2026, 12:51.

Difficulty

researched

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

Map point

area

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

Access

check

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

Weather now

Open-Meteo

Updated: 29/07/2026, 12:51. 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 50 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?

Moledo / Pico do Castelo. Check public transport, taxi or transfer options for Moledo / Pico do Castelo; do not assume a direct bus to the trailhead.

Is this a good trail with a dog?

check dog rules. May be possible with a dog, but check current rules, weather and passages.

Trail profile

Who it suits and what to watch

Best for

Scenic mountain trail, good in stable weather.

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With dog

check dog rules

May be possible with a dog, but check current rules, weather and passages.

Risks

  • Avoid in strong wind, low visibility or icy ridge conditions.