This circular route beggins and ends in Furnas valley. It first goes trough the main streets of the village, towards the area of the lake where one can see where the locals cook cook the famous “cozido das Furnas”. It continues by the dirt road that encircles the lake and the secundary rural roads that lead back to the parish.. The return to the starting point is done through various rural roads and the area of ​​iron water springs. The terrain is mostly of easy progression, on paths with good condition. This circuit has some climbs with some slope, so we recommend that people have an average fitness level. On the return to Ponta Delgada is included a stop in Gorreana tea factory, unique in all Europe.

Minimum age: 8 years

(until 18 years must be accompanied by parents or guardians, , or bring a written permission).

NOTES:

The performance of the activities are subject to weather conditions and logistics.

Minimum equipment necessary

Proper footwear, comfortable clothing, light jacket, extra t-shirt/sweater, water, snack, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and backpack.

Recommended Equipment

MTB Gloves, hydration bag, clip shoes and pedals.

Schedules and meeting points

• 09:00 – Picos de Aventura office
• 10:00 – Start of the tour in Furnas village
• 12:00 – Stop for pick nick lunch
• 13:30 – End of the tour
• 14:30 – Visit to Gorreana tea factory
• 16:00 – Arrival at Ponta Delgada and end of activity