The route forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Pico Vineyards, which includes vineyards, houses, churches, mills, cellars and paths, and highlights the island’s 500-year history of wine-making.
Circular route through the vineyards between Santana and Lajido, returning via Santa Luzia
Hike through the vineyards of the north coast between Santana and Lajido (UNESCO-listed)
The coastal section allows you to walk across the lava flows and their iconic landscape, as well as through the beautiful hamlets of Arcos and Lajido. The route also offers stunning views of the two neighbouring islands: Calneta to the north-east and Horta to the east, as well as a passage through a volcanic arch.
The inland section takes you through the vineyards and up a little to enjoy the many views of the neighbouring islands and the Montanha do Pico.
A circular route that largely follows the route of the PR®10 and PR®01 – straightforward paths – but avoids sections of the main road (ER) in favour of much less busy tracks.
Red/Yellow markings.
The route starts here at the junction between the ‘lava’ section and the ‘hills’ section. It is also possible to start from either of the two villages and follow the same route.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 14.40 km -
Average duration: 5h 00 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 299 m -
Descent: - 293 m -
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Highest point: 249 m -
Lowest point: 5 m
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Country:
Azores
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City:
São Roque do Pico -
Start/End: N 38.546574° / W 28.369421° -
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 107 m - Santana St Ana
- 1 : km 4.22 - alt. 11 m - Natural pool & café
- 2 : km 5.7 - alt. 20 m - Lajido
- 3 : km 12.12 - alt. 206 m - View of Montanha do Pico
- S/E : km 14.4 - alt. 107 m - Santana St Ana
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+20 m
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