Crosses the island on the imaginary line between São Vicente and Ribeira Brava, from Rosário to Serra d'Água, passing through Encumeada. It requires a lot of driving on the climb to Encumeada and then great recklessness on the steep descent to the finish. It is one of the Rally's most popular special stages.

Access:

With no alternative access roads, it requires timely travel between the start and finish.