PR1 is the hike that puts Madeira on the map—and for good reason. It’s not just the island’s most iconic trail, but one of the most spectacular hikes in the world. Yet most travelers end up making the same mistakes. A single bad decision can turn one of the highlights of your Madeira trip into a day of clouds, long queues, and missed viewpoints. After helping thousands of people explore Madeira, I’ve noticed the same mistakes happen again and again. Before you hike PR1, here’s what you should kn