Parque da Grená — Attraction in Povoação

Nice place, Lousy signposting The park consists of trails, three of which highlight specific parts of the park. EUR 10 Entry. Entry and Exit are by a QR code on the ticket thru a full height turnstile - no idea how to get out if you lose your ticket. Price as of September 2023.

There are boards showing the park and where you are at various places but no printed map. There's a QR code for (Google Maps of) the park.

Sort out a rendezvous spot if you get separated or want to go separate ways: the rabbit pen by the entrance or the hot tubs (follow the smoke) may be ok. Sensible footwear is recommended, flip-flops don't cut the mustard on the variable terrain (e.g. stones, gravel, tree roots, smooth wood). There are handrails throughout but walking poles are a good idea, especially in the wet, as well as sticking to the red volcanic gravel where you can - also for crossing the waterfall stream. Be advised there's lot of climbing and steps. Pack a waterproof, even if it's a sunny day: Azores weather is notoriously variable.

Minus points include direction signs are few and far between: more signposts would help the three specific trails (blue, mauve, orange) are NOT marked on the ground, so it can be difficult to take the correct route at times; there's no indication if there's water flowing at waterfall 6 - it's 630 steps up (~35') and that's after you've climbed up to them... there's a EUR 3 surcharge for taxis to enter the car park, tho the walk from the boundary to the café/ticket gate is not far; there's NO surcharge for a taxi to pick you up from the car park (September 2023).

Ironically, even in the wet and rain, the park is a pretty amazing place: don't forget to look up as...

Grena Park in Furnas wasn’t initially on our radar, but it ended up being one of our favorite spots of the entire trip! Our group was two couples in our late 50s and early 60s, we were a bit apprehensive about the steep climb, but we pushed through—and we’re so glad we did!

The park is beautiful, with lush greenery and some breathtaking views at the top. The climb itself was a bit challenging, but we took our time, and the natural beauty along the way made it worthwhile. The sense of accomplishment when we reached the top was fantastic!

That being said, the costs to visit were a little steeper than we expected. It was 3 euros per person just to park, and an additional 10 euros per person to enter the park. While we understand the need for maintenance and upkeep, it did feel a bit high for what you get. Still, the experience overall made it worth it for us, but I thought I should mention it for those who might be budgeting.

If you’re up for a bit of a physical challenge and want to experience some stunning views, Grena Park is well worth it. Just be prepared for the price tag, and take it slow...

BEWARE there are A LOT of steep stairs to climb to see the waterfalls. it would have been nice of them to mention the stairs before taking our cash. i am physically fit. but i get a bit of height anxiety, especially on narrow steep climbs. when we started the ascent i had no idea how high or far we were going. it wasn't until half an hour later after the terrifying (for me) descent that i discovered a sign warning about the stairs. had we taken their advice to "stay to the right to get to the first waterfall in 10 minutes" we absolutely never would have seen it. i feel bad for anyone else that makes the same mistake and passed a few people who clearly were not dressed for the stair climb. other than that, we enjoyed the trails and the abandoned house near the bottom. i checked on the way out and there was no other posted warning...