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ClosedToday: closedCentral mountains

PS PR 3

Levada do Pico do Castelo

Camacha - Capela da Graça. Highlights: Camacha, Capela da Graça, Porto Santo.

mountains and viewpointslevada / waterfalls
Distance
ok. 4.6 km
Time
about 1 h 30 min
Difficulty
Moderate (est.)
Fee
from 4.50 EUR
Altitude
80 - 210 m

Decision for today

Do not go

The trail is marked as closed in the current IFCN status.

  • Official status: closed.
  • Choose an alternative open trail.

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Access and parking

Camacha / Capela da Graça

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Quick access check

Parking pointBus possible after checkingPlan the return
Parking / start

Use Camacha / Capela da Graça 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 Camacha / Capela da Graça; do not assume a direct bus to the trailhead.

Search in SIGA: Porto Santo, Camacha, Capela da Graça.

Logistics

linear trail. Start: Camacha. End: Capela da Graça.

Access plan

By car

Camacha / Capela da Graça. 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, Camacha, Capela da Graça.

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

Camacha

Hike

ok. 4.6 km · about 1 h 30 min · Moderate (est.)

Conditions

Do not go. The trail is marked as closed in the current IFCN status.

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.
  • Choose an alternative trail because this one is marked closed.
  • Compare weather with IPMA/ProCiv before starting.
  • Verify wind and visibility before starting.
  • Check mud, landslide, tunnel and levada overflow risks.

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.

Headlamp / flashlight

The levada or route description suggests tunnels or darker passages.

Windproof layer

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

Shoes with good grip

Wet stones, levadas and forest sections can be slippery.

Daylight

Estimated time: about 1 h 30 min. Latest reasonable start: 18:38 (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?

Closed. 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 30 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?

Camacha / Capela da Graça. Check public transport, taxi or transfer options for Camacha / Capela da Graça; do not assume a direct bus to the trailhead.

Is this a good trail with a dog?

not advised with dog. The trail is closed, so do not plan it with a dog.

Trail profile

Who it suits and what to watch

Best for

Scenic mountain trail, good in stable weather.

shortlevadascenicexposure

With dog

not advised with dog

The trail is closed, so do not plan it with a dog.

Risks

  • Avoid in strong wind, low visibility or icy ridge conditions.
  • After heavy rain, check landslide, overflow and tunnel/levada closure risks.