Tour of the crater on Faial Island

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This hike goes around the crest of the volcano, offering superb views of the impressive crater, as well as the Pico volcano, the flora, the hydrangeas, and more. The path along the crest is sometimes very narrow, with two people unable to pass each other.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 6.72 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 35 
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    Difficulty: Easy
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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 238 m
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    Descent: - 241 m
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    Highest point: 1,021 m
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    Lowest point: 855 m
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Photos

view of the Pico volcano
view of the crater

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 900 m - Parking
  2. 1 : km 1 - alt. 904 m - Alto do Cabouco
  3. 2 : km 4.14 - alt. 989 m - Alto do Guarda-Sol
  4. 3 : km 6.51 - alt. 908 m - Canto dos Saquinhos
  5. S/E : km 6.72 - alt. 900 m - Parking

Notes

The hike corresponds to the site where all the hiking trails are accessible and downloadable here

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At the foot of Mount Pico and overlooking the strait, this hike allows you to discover the iconic vineyards south of Madalena. The impressive vineyards are cultivated in small plots, separated by lava walls, facing the island of Faial.

Walking Ascent of Pico, Pico Island

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↔7.33 km ↗+1,104 m ↘-1,103 m ◔5h 15 ▲Difficult
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This is the complete ascent of the Pico volcano from the car park at Casa de Montanha. A magnificent hike with breathtaking views, weather permitting. Points to note:- follow the tracks in the rocks carefully to find the most frequently used passages among the stones and do not necessarily try to connect each of the 51 wooden markers that mark the route.- be careful on the descent, which is more challenging than the ascent: there are rocks, lava flows and no real path.- the ascent of Piquinjo is quite impressive. The path is narrow and steep, requiring the use of your hands, but this is the price you pay to reach the highest point in Portugal at 2,351 metres

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