Hiking the Caminho Real da Encumeada

- Plenty of water  - Sunscreen and extra layers - Proper hiking shoes - Energy + protein packed snacks - Camera to capture the views

The Basics: What to Bring

The trail is located near Curral das Freiras in Madeira. You can reach the trail by bus and by car but since it is a one-way trail, bus is the best way.

Where is the trail located?

Official trail name: PR12 – Caminho Real da Encumeada  Distance: 12.2 km Elevation: Roughly 702 m elevation gain Type: One-way trail Length: 4-5 hours total Difficulty: Moderate-Hard Rating: 4.5/5

Trail information:

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