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Trail Description
PR 6.3 Vereda da Lagoa do Vento leads from the Rabacal area toward one of Madeira's most striking waterfall pools. The path crosses the transition between high-altitude heath and Laurissilva forest before descending to Lagoa do Vento, where cliffs, moss, water and dense greenery create a dramatic setting. It can be linked with other PR 6 trails, including Levada do Alecrim and Levada das 25 Fontes. Expect uneven ground and steps despite the relatively short distance.
Trail Summary
PR 6.3 Vereda da Lagoa do Vento is a linear trail on Madeira, covering 1.8 km (3.6 km round trip), with an estimated walking time of 1:30 hours. It runs from Casa de Abrigo do Rabaçal to Lagoa do Vento. Altitude ranges from 200 m to 1600 m.
