The Madeira PR1 hike is a must, but

Tips:

The hike: * Length: ~15.6 km / * Elevation: ~1,000 m elevation gain / * Duration: 7–8 hours / HARD

- Set out early.

- If your knees can’t handle all the stairs, a better approach is this: hike a few kilometres from the starting point toward the endpoint on one day, then on another day do the same from the endpoint heading back toward the starting point.

- Buy a ticket in advance for 10 EUR.

- Be prepared for the weather to change quickly and for unreliable forecasts.

- Allow for 3 extra days so you can freely adjust your plans.