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Free hikes? Not everywhere anymore

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Free hikes? Not everywhere anymore.

FACTS

  • On Madeira, 30 official PR hiking routes now require online payment and a reserved time slot.
  • Teens aged 12 and up are included in the fee, so a family walk can quickly become a real budget item.
  • Tenerife’s El Teide National Park is also tightening access to popular routes with reservations.
  • No ticket or QR code can mean a serious fine, so saving a screenshot before heading into the mountains is a smart move.

TAKEAWAY

Some famous nature spots now work more like booking a train, a school trip, or a weekend activity: plan first, walk later.

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