Summer fun in Madeira (beaches, swimming pools, gardens and boardwalks)
One of the best times of the year to visit Madeira Island is Summer due to the mild subtropical climate. Almost all year round on the island summer! Let's get to know some summer attractions in Madeira.
List of summer locations in Madeira:
1. Beaches
- Prainha beach
- Beach complex Lido
- Natural volcanic lava pools in Porto Moniz
- Natural pools in Seixal
- Seixal beach
- Calheta beach
- Porto Santo beach
- Machico beach
- Pools in Porto Cruz
- Beach at Ponta do Sol
2. Parks
- Santa Catarina Park
- Natural Park Queimadas
- Ribero Frio Natural Park
3. Promenades
- Promenade Lido
- Promenade Jardim do Mar
- Promenade Canico
1. Beaches
The beaches of Madeira Island are known for their high quality and pleasant water temperature.
Madeira has several beautiful beaches and pools. Here are some of them:
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Prainha beach
This beach with black sand and crystal clear water is located in Caniçal..
This beach has a lifeguard service and a cafe. It is open all year round and admission is free.
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Beach complex Lido
This beachfront complex, located in Funchal, was renovated in the summer of 2016. It has two pools, one for children and one for adults. This is a protected beach. It offers chaise longues, umbrellas, a bar, a sanitary room.
Come see these fantastic pools and enjoy!
It is open daily from 8:30 to 20:00.
Price : Adult - 5.5 euros per person. Children under 6 years free. Children from 7 to 17 years old - 1.90 euros per person
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Natural volcanic lava pools in Porto Moniz
These pools, located in Porto Moniz, are formed by volcanic lava that came to the coast during the formation of the island, creating natural pools in which sea water naturally replenishes them!
Do you need to relax and take a dip?
This is the perfect place!
In summer it opens from 9:00 to 19:00.
In winter, it opens from 10:00 to 17:30.
Price : Adult - 3 euros per person. Children under 3 years free
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Natural pools in Seixal
These pools are located on the north side of Madeira, more specifically in the village of Seixal.
These are pools of volcanic origin with an incredible landscape.
A good option for those who want to relax and get rid of stress.
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Seixal beach
This beach, also located in the village of Seixal, is a black sand beach with free access.
It is located in the middle of the mountains, from where a beautiful landscape opens up, colored by the green of the mountains and the blue of the crystal clear water.
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Calheta beach
Calheta beach is located in the municipality of Calheta. This is an artificial beach with yellow sand from Morocco.
Admission is free and there are sun loungers and umbrellas.
Thanks to the installed two breakwaters, the ocean on this beach is always calm.
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Porto Santo beach
Located on the island of Porto Santo, it is a 9 km long beach with lots of golden sand, which has led people to call Porto Santo the "Isle of Gold". Crystalline and warm turquoise blue water surrounds the entire island, making it a unique place in Portugal and rare in the whole world.
A unique island and beach to enjoy a fantastic holiday.
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Machico beach
Located in the town of Machico, it is a yellow sand beach with a length of about 125 meters.
Free admission.
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Pools in Porto Cruz
These pools are located on the seafront of Porto da Cruz. There are two swimming pools, one for children and one for adults overlooking the ocean.
They have several services such as showers, sun loungers and a bar.
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Beach at Ponta do Sol
This beach is located in the village of Ponta do Sol and is 160 meters long. It is a pebbly beach with clear water and very calm waves.
The beach has showers, a snack bar and a playground.
2. Parks
Madeira Island, also known as the "Atlantic Floating Garden" due to its natural beauty with well-maintained gardens and parks where you can see a wide variety of exotic plants and flowers from all over the world.
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Santa Catarina Park
Santa Catarina Park, located in the center of Funchal, has an area of 36,000 m2, adorned with a lush lawn, surrounded by tree species from all over the world. Here you can enjoy a magnificent view of Funchal.
Free admission.
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Natural Park Queimadas
It is located in the municipality of Santana. This park is located in an isolated area 5 km away, where you can observe the flora of the primeval laurel forest, rich in biodiversity, as well as a picnic area.
Here you can also do the Levada Walk (Caldeirão Verde Levada Walk), a very calm and fantastic walk.
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Ribero Frio Natural Park
This park is located in the Santana region and is surrounded by many native plants and tall trees. You can also observe the flora and animals typical of Madeira. The Ribeiro Frio Forestry is also located in this zone.
1. Promenades
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Promenade Lido
It is located in the west of Funchal. It is a tranquil waterfront with great ocean views and beautiful gardens.
This route connects the Lido area with Formosa Beach. Here you will find many excellent restaurants and beaches, such as the Lido and Ponta Gorda pool complexes.
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Promenade Jardim do Mar
Located on the seafront on the southwest coast, it offers pleasant walks along the coastal town of Jardin do Mar.
It is a promenade with a wide and flat pedestrian area leading to Enseada beach.
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Promenade Canico
It is located in Canico de Baixo in the Santa Cruz region.
This is a walk with a beautiful view of the sea. Here, during the week during the summer season, parties and festivities take place.
Here are a few places you can visit in summer in Madeira, come see each one and share your experience with us. We guarantee you will love it!