{"id":59744,"date":"2026-05-01T20:27:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T17:27:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.journeys6senses.com\/pr1-vereda-do-areeiro\/"},"modified":"2026-05-01T20:27:41","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T17:27:41","slug":"pr1-vereda-do-areeiro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.journeys6senses.com\/en\/pr1-vereda-do-areeiro\/","title":{"rendered":"PR1 Vereda do Areeiro – a walking route in Madeira to reopen after two years of closure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The 7-kilometer PR1 Vereda do Areeiro trail returns after restoration work caused by the 2024 forest fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The PR1 Vereda do Areeiro route on Madeira,<\/strong> an exciting route connecting the three highest points of the Portuguese archipelago, will reopen in April after two years of closure for tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The trail was forced to close in 2024 due to a forest fire<\/strong>, which damaged a significant part of it and required major improvements for safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The opening of PR1 Vereda do Areeiro coincides with the Madeira Island Ultra Trail race, which will take place from April 25 to 26, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Recommended reading: Hiking in Madeira \u2013 the best routes and visiting conditions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Where the PR1 Vereda do Areeiro route passes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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After the completion of restoration works, the 7-kilometer route, which passes through the peaks of the island Pico do Arieiro<\/strong> (1818 m), Pico das Torres<\/strong> (1851 m), and Pico Ruivo<\/strong> (1862 m), will soon again welcome tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The high-mountain hiking trail starts from the Pico do Arieiro viewpoint. It takes approximately three and a half hours and goes through tunnels carved into volcanic rock, steep ridges, and showcases panoramic views above the clouds.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along the route, you will encounter the Central Mountain Range<\/strong> \u2014 a protected area known for its unique landscapes and biodiversity. If you are lucky, you may see various species of birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fee for trail maintenance and nature conservation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Tourists wishing to walk the trail, which will soon reopen, will be required to pay for access to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After the full opening of the PR1 Vereda do Areeiro <\/strong>route, a fee of 10.5 euros<\/strong> will be charged. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since January 1, 2026, the Portuguese island has introduced new rules for hiking trails, including gradual regulation of visitor access throughout the day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cost of access to such trails as the 6-kilometer Vereda da Ponta de S\u00e3o Louren\u00e7o<\/strong>, Vereda do Pico Ruivo<\/strong>, and Levada do Rei<\/strong> is 4.50 euros<\/strong> if payment is made during booking. However, you can pay a slightly lower price \u2013 3 euros if booking is done in advance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Madeira are exempt from paying such fees, although pre-registration is mandatory for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Useful articles and links:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n