PR 6.3 - Vereda da Lagoa do Vento
- Location
- Calheta, Madeira
- Category
- Outdoor & Adventure / Hiking
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Duration
- 120
- Distance
- 1.8 km (one way, 3.6 km out and back)
- Cost
- €4.50
- Start Point
- Casa de Abrigo do Rabaçal
- End Point
- Lagoa do Vento
Sunrise and Sunset on This Trail
- Evening golden hour at km 1.6 from the trailhead: all year. Times computed from terrain for clear skies.
- Sunset over the open ocean at km 1.6 from the trailhead: Mar 27 to May 5, Aug 7 to Sep 16. Times computed from terrain for clear skies.
The Lagoa do Vento trail (PR 6.3) is best enjoyed as part of a round-trip hike combined with the scenic Levada do Alecrim, creating a loop of about 6.4 km with roughly 330 m of elevation gain. Starting near the Rabaçal area, the route leads through lush laurel forest to the peaceful lagoon above the Risco waterfall, then continues along Levada do Alecrim before returning to the starting point. The hike takes 2.5–3 hours at a relaxed pace, with a perfect spot to finish at the Rabaçal Nature Café for a drink or snack before heading back.
Passage Places: Rabaçal – Wind Lagoon