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Pico do Areeiro, Madeira, Portugal
A Madeiran mountaintop
If you're not a seasoned hiker but still seek the thrill of conquering a summit, this ascent is for you. Pico do Areeiro may be the third-highest peak on Madeira, but a road leading up the slopes makes for easy access to its top, complete with ample parking. Looking to elevate the experience even further? A footpath follows the ridgeline to Pico Ruivo, the highest point on the Portuguese isle.
A Madeiran mountaintop
If you're not a seasoned hiker but still seek the thrill of conquering a summit, this ascent is for you. Pico do Areeiro may be the third-highest peak on Madeira, but a road leading up the slopes makes for easy access to its top, complete with ample parking. Looking to elevate the experience even further? A footpath follows the ridgeline to Pico Ruivo, the highest point on the Portuguese isle.
This mountainous island outpost of Portugal is closer to the coast of Africa than it is to its nation's mainland.
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