Pico do Cavalo – View of Paul da Serra loop from Boca da Corrida

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Jardim Da Serra

Pico do Cavalo – View of Paul da Serra loop from Boca da Corrida

Hard

4.9

(18)

hikers

Pico do Cavalo – View of Paul da Serra loop from Boca da Corrida

03:27

7.48km

470m

Mountaineering

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 3.49 km for 505 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.77 km

Pico do Cavalo

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The pretty mountain trail runs along numerous peaks

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1.94 km

On the way to Pico Grande

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Easy to walk path
we were almost alone here with our group
no places to stop for refreshments
You should have enough water / drinks with you on warm days

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2.90 km

Broom Blossoms Along the Trail in Parque Natural da Madeira

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Beautiful, bright yellow gorse... a dream

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3.48 km

View of Pico Ruivo and Pico Arieiro

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The best view of Madeira's highest peaks. Access is manageable despite the cobblestone road. You can enjoy the view even from the parking lot.

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3.58 km

View of Curral das Freiras and cave

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From the main path, a small path branches off towards Pico Grande. After about 2 minutes and another left bend you come to a small clearing with a shady green …

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3.70 km

Cave on the Ascent to Pico Grande

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A small cave on the ascent to Pico Grande.

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4.07 km

View of Paul da Serra

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Nice view across the valley to the plateau around Paul do Serra

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5.41 km

Madeira Natural Park

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view

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7.48 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.41 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.70 km

1.79 km

Elevation

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Highest point (1,330 m)

Lowest point (1,190 m)

Weather

Today

Saturday 7 November

24°C

21°C

77 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

July 30, 2023,Pico Grande

With the best hiking weather, we climbed the most beautiful panoramic mountain in Madeira.
Luckily early enough, so there were only four of us on the summit.
The climbing passages are secured with wire ropes.
One could see opposite the Pico Arieiro with the radar station, Funchal and much more.

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