Pico Ruivo
Pico Ruivo is the highest peak on the Madeira Island. It can be reached only by foot, usually either from Pico do Arieiro (3rd highest) after a strenuous hike, or from Achada do Teixeira with a shorter, easier trail. There is an additional trail leading west to Encumeada. Hut just below the summit is permanently closed but there is water tap and toilets available.
Pico Ruivo | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,861 m (6,106 ft) [1] |
Prominence | 1,861 m (6,106 ft) [1] |
Listing | Ultra |
Coordinates | 32°45′31″N 16°56′32″W [1] |
Geography | |
Pico Ruivo Location of Pico Ruivo in Madeira | |
Location | Madeira |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | From Achada do Teixeira |
Pico Ruivo is 1,861 metres (6,106 ft) high [2] and provides some of the most incredible views of the island from coast to coast, but unpredictable weather conditions can make it quite dangerous.
See also
- List of islands by highest point
- List of European ultra prominent peaks
References
- "Europe: Atlantic Islands - Ultra Prominences" Peaklist.org. Retrieved 2012-06-28.
- Madeira Geography - Madeira Island and Porto Santo Island Archived 2011-07-14 at the Wayback Machine
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