5.0 km
Total Distance
413 m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A cobbled zigzag path climbing the wooded north slope of Pico island above Prainha. Old switchbacks pass through dense laurisilva with viewpoints over the sea and Sao Jorge. A shady, historic route once used to reach the mountain pastures.

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Difficulty

3/5 · Moderate