Vereda Penha d'Águia

Vereda da Penha d’Águia (also spelled Penha de Águia) is a thrilling and challenging hike in Madeira that leads you to the summit of one of the island’s most iconic rock formations—Penha d’Águia (Eagle Rock)—rising nearly 600 m above sea level between Porto da Cruz and Faial. Approximately 3.4 km round-trip, taking around 2 to 2.5 hours. Some loop variants extend to ~4 km and up to 3 hours. Though the dirt trail is well-defined, it becomes quite slippery and demanding, which makes the route best suited for experienced hikers with a good head for heights. Though the dirt trail is well-defined, it becomes quite slippery and demanding, which makes the route best suited for experienced hikers with a good head for heights. Elevation Range: Starts around 260 m, climbs to a peak of ~604 m, for a total ascent of roughly 340 m. Difficulty: Rated difficult, with sections close to exposed drop-offs. Not recommended in rainy or windy conditions.