Also famous as 'the Stairway to Heaven', this viewpoint is only a 1.2 km hike from Pico do Arieiro's main viewpoint. It is also part of the PR1 trail. This viewpoint offers incredible visuals over the highest mountains of Madeira.

You can easily reach this viewpoint by driving to Pico do Arieiro and parking there for up to 30 minutes, or using one of the lower parking areas, which are clearly signposted.

If you’d rather not drive in the dark, there are also buses that go up the mountain. You have several options:

• The local bus from Funchal for just €3 per person: Horários do Funchal - APP GiroBus

• Sunrise transfer with Get-to-Hikes combined with a guided hike. Use the discount code 'THEMADEIRATRAVELISTA' for extra savings: Sunrise transfer to Pico do Arieiro - Madeira

🚨 PLEASE STAY BEHIND THE BARRIERS AT ALL TIMES AND DO NOT GO OFF TRAIL 🚨