Trails
Vereda das Furnas
A short, steady climb from Meia Légua to Furnas
The place
Vereda das Furnas is a short hiking route of about 1.4 km between Meia Légua and Furnas, and it climbs from start to finish. Its length makes it a short outing rather than a full day's walk, so it fits into a morning or afternoon without much planning.
The route runs one way, so the practical question is how you will get back to Meia Légua. You can arrange transport in advance or walk back down the same path, since the return is downhill.
Highlights
- The route covers about 1.4 km between Meia Légua and Furnas.
- It climbs from Meia Légua towards Furnas, so the climb is the main effort on the walk.
- Being a single route between two places, it has no loop to plan, so the choice of route is simple.
When to come
Go in the morning, so the climb is done early in the day and you have time to sort out the return.
Getting there
Start at Meia Légua and walk uphill to Furnas, where the route ends.
Worth knowing
- The route is 1.4 km and climbs from start to finish, so set a steady pace from the beginning.
- Wear shoes with good grip, since the path climbs steadily and the surface can be uneven.
- Carry water for the climb, and check the weather before you set out.
- Download an offline map before you go, since mobile signal may be weak on rural paths.
- Arrange your return in advance, either by transport or on foot, since the route runs one way.