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- Miradouros de Penha de Água e Penha de Águia 3.6 Directions
This is a community route mapped on AllTrails — it is not part of Madeira's official PR trail network managed by IFCN (the regional government's forests & nature-conservation authority), so it has no official open/closed status and no maintenance or signage guarantee. Check access and conditions locally before heading out.
This demanding hike starts at the village of Faial and follows paths leading to two striking viewpoints:
- Penha de Água — a scenic lookout point along the route
- Penha de Águia — one of Madeira's most impressive geological landmarks, a dramatic rock formation rising nearly 600 m that leaves few hikers indifferent. Reaching its summit requires a challenging ascent that rewards with magnificent views.
| Difficulty | Hard |
| Distance | 4.7 km (out and back) |
| Estimated time | 4.5–5 hours |
| Rating | 3.6★ from 28 hiker reviews on AllTrails |
| Trail type | Out and back |
The approximate trailhead is near Faial, on the northeast coast of Madeira:
This is a hard route — the path to the top of Penha de Águia is steep and adventurous, requiring good fitness and surefootedness. The payoff is panoramic views over the northeast coast and the distinctive twin viewpoints that give the trail its name. Allow plenty of time, carry water and sun protection, and avoid it in wet or windy conditions.
⚠️ Since this is not an official IFCN trail, there's no guarantee of signage, maintenance, or rescue coverage. Check current conditions locally before you go.
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