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Vereda da Trompica

A three-hour loop through the high interior from Boca da Corrida

AI illustration of this part of the island, not a photograph of Vereda da Trompica
AI illustration of this part of the island, not a photograph of Vereda da Trompica

The place

Vereda da Trompica is a moderate loop of about 8.6 km through the high interior of Madeira, and most walkers will need around three hours to finish it. Two significant climbs make up most of the effort, and the whole loop stays between roughly 1,140 m and 1,430 m. Because it is a loop, you finish where you started and do not have to arrange a return bus or taxi.

What sets it apart from the coastal walks is altitude, since even its lowest point is about 1,140 m. It suits walkers who want a proper day in the mountains and are comfortable on sustained climbs, and it is a good test of stamina for anyone building up to longer routes. Bring a warm layer, since the whole loop sits high above the coast.

Highlights

  1. The two significant climbs are the main test on the loop, so the pace you set early matters.
  2. The high point is about 1,430 m, and even the lowest part of the loop sits near 1,140 m.
  3. Because it is a loop, you finish back where you started, with no shuttle or second car needed.

When to come

Start early in the day, which gives you about three hours of daylight with time in hand for both climbs and any stops. Plan the start around the time you need to finish, so the second climb is not rushed.

Getting there

The loop starts at the Boca da Corrida viewpoint in Jardim da Serra and returns to the same spot.

Worth knowing

  • Allow about three hours for the 8.6 km loop, including time for the two significant climbs.
  • The loop has roughly 758 m of ascent and a matching descent, so pace yourself on the climbs.
  • The difficulty is moderate, so the walk suits people with reasonable fitness and some hiking experience.
  • Wear sturdy shoes with good grip, since the climbs are sustained and the ground can be uneven.
  • Carry water and food, and take a warm layer, as the whole loop stays above about 1,100 m.
  • Let someone know your route and expected return time before you set off.
  • Download an offline map before you go, since mobile signal can drop in mountain terrain.

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