Vereda da Ribeira da Janela
Also known as: Janela River Path
Follows the course of Madeira's longest river
Trail Overview
Vereda da Ribeira da Janela (PR27) is a moderate vereda trail located in Madeira, Portugal. Starting from Ribeira da Janela and ending at Ribeira da Janela, this 2.7km route typically takes 1.5 hours to complete.Follows the course of Madeira's longest river. Steep ascents and descents
Quick Facts
- Distance
- 2.7 km
- Duration
- 1.5 h
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation Gain
- 200 m
Tunnels
- Has tunnels
- No
Route Details
- Starting Point
- Ribeira da Janela
- End Point
- Ribeira da Janela
- Trail Type
- Vereda
Parking & Access
- Parking Location
- Ribeira da Janela mouth
- Parking Cost
- Free
- Best Season
- Year-round
Essential Equipment
Hiking shoes, water
Safety Information
Steep ascents and descents
Weather Advisory
Check the local forecast before setting out. Madeira's microclimates mean conditions can vary significantly between the north coast (wetter), south coast (drier), and mountains (cooler, cloudier).
Best time for this trail: Year-round
Permit Required
This route typically requires a paid permit. Always confirm the final requirements (price, timing, and who is exempt) in SIMplifica for your exact route and date.
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