Great Route of Santa Maria
Portugal · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 50/100
At a glance
| Countries | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Santa Maria, Azores |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 78 km |
| Typical duration | 4 days |
| Difficulty | 2/5 (Easy-moderate) |
| Max altitude | 587 m |
| Best season | Apr-Oct |
| Start | Vila do Porto (circular) |
| End | Vila do Porto (circular) |
| Permit / guide | no |
| Special gear | none |
Score
50/100
Official circular trail around the oldest Azorean island: arid south, green north and the red desert of Barreiro da Faneca
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.
Notes
78.6 km circular, about 28.5 hours walking; max altitude Pico Alto 587 m
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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