The Rally's Special Stages: SS 9/12 - Calheta
Introduced two years ago, this is one of the rally's most demanding Special Stages. Because it features very similar sections, it requires a lot of hard work in reconnaissance with accurate and reliable pace notes. It is also very demanding for the navigators. It begins on the descent from Paúl da Serra to Prazeres, where it turns west, along the ER 222, to Ponta do Pargo. Weather conditions can differ from the day's other Special Stages, and the road is often wet on the first time. The route is very convoluted and fast.
Access: By VE 3: Prazeres, Maloeira, Raposeira, access to the Motocross Track and Lombada dos Marinheiros.