V-PARGOFAROL (Miradouro do Fio ao Farol) is a 0.9 km each way (1.8 km round trip), medium, community route. Whether it is worth hiking right now depends on live conditions and today's official status, re-checked every 20 minutes in the live app.
Madeira
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ⓘ Source & safety
Track and waypoints from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Planning aid, not a safety guarantee. Check the official trail status and conditions before you go.About Miradouro do Fio ao Farol
A short cliff-top walk on Madeira's westernmost point, from the Miradouro do Fio to the 1922 lighthouse of Ponta do Pargo, whose light stands over 300 m above the Atlantic, one of the highest in Portugal. Past the lighthouse a brief drop reaches a cliff-shoulder viewpoint over the open ocean. Edges are unfenced, so keep your distance in strong sea winds; the Garganta Funda and Fajã Grande paths branch off nearby for those who want more.
Miradouro do Fio ao Farol (V-PARGOFAROL) is a round trip route of about 1.8 km in Madeira.
What you'll see
Along the way you'll find coastal cliffs and ocean views, panoramic viewpoints, historic features and exposed, drop-side sections.
Landmarks on the route include Farol and Fio.
The path passes cultural heritage nearby, including Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse.
Difficulty
Miradouro do Fio ao Farol rates as medium on our objective scale, based on 1.8 km round trip, 38 m of ascent and some exposed sections.
This grade is an estimate from distance, ascent and exposure, not an official IFCN rating.
How long it takes
Allow about 45m for the round trip (you return the same way).
The app's live 0-100 score also flags the latest safe start time for the day. See it in the app.
Getting there and back
Starts at Miradouro do Fio. Ends at Farol da Ponta do Pargo (cliff viewpoint). There is a car park at the start, though its size is not recorded on the map. None (out-and-back); Rodoeste line 142 serves Ponta do Pargo village
What to bring
Sun protection, no shade on the plateau; keep back from unfenced cliff edges in strong wind
Best time to walk it
Year-round; west-facing, best light late afternoon and sunset
Coastal walks are often at their best in soft late-afternoon light.
A live 0-100 score picks the best 30-minute window for the day. See today's window in the app.
Frequently asked questions
Is Miradouro do Fio ao Farol worth hiking today?
It depends on today's conditions, and that is exactly what Levadas answers. The app reads the current weather at Miradouro do Fio ao Farol, the safe-start window, how busy it is and the official IFCN status, then gives one honest go-or-wait score from 0 to 100, re-checked every 20 minutes. It is decision-support, not a safety clearance: an official IFCN closure always overrides the score, no matter how good the weather looks.
How long is Miradouro do Fio ao Farol?
Miradouro do Fio ao Farol is about 1.8 km round trip.
How difficult is Miradouro do Fio ao Farol?
Miradouro do Fio ao Farol rates as medium based on its distance, ascent and exposure (an objective estimate, not an official IFCN grade).
How long does Miradouro do Fio ao Farol take to walk?
Allow about 45m for the round trip.
Can I download a GPX track for Miradouro do Fio ao Farol?
Yes. Tap Download GPX on this page: the first download on any device asks for an email so we can also send the free trail pack, then every later trail downloads instantly.
Is Miradouro do Fio ao Farol free to walk?
Yes. Miradouro do Fio ao Farol needs no reservation and has no fee. Only the regulated official PR trails require a paid SIMplifica booking; this one you simply walk.
Where does Miradouro do Fio ao Farol start and finish?
Miradouro do Fio ao Farol starts at Miradouro do Fio and finishes at Farol da Ponta do Pargo (cliff viewpoint).
What will I see on Miradouro do Fio ao Farol?
Highlights include coastal cliffs and ocean views, panoramic viewpoints, historic features and exposed, drop-side sections.
When is the best time to hike Miradouro do Fio ao Farol?
Year-round; west-facing, best light late afternoon and sunset
How do I check live conditions for Miradouro do Fio ao Farol?
Levadas scores Miradouro do Fio ao Farol from 0 to 100 using live weather, official status and crowd signals, refreshed every 20 minutes. Open the trail in the app to see the live score and the best time to go today.