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Bathing and Beaches

Areeiro Beach

Areeiro Beach is a small black sandy beach with some pebbles, located in Funchal, about 2 km from Câmara de Lobos. It’s part of the popular ‘Formosa Beach,’ along with Nova Beach, Os Namorados Beach, and Formosa Beach. You can reach Areeiro Beach by walking along the Formosa Beach promenade. It’s one of the few

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Doca do Cavacas

In Funchal, right on the Seafront Public Promenade, you can discover a bathing area where you can swim in a volcanic pool while enjoying a stunning view. Known as ‘Poças do Gomes,’ Doca do Cavacas is a small bathing spot located between Lido and Formosa Beach. It features a natural pool formed by volcanic rocks

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Seixal Natural Swimming Pools

Seixal Natural Swimming Pools, also known as Poças das Lesmas, is situated near Laje Beach, also known as Jamaica Beach. Here, volcanic rocks form natural pools with a unique shape. Though unsupervised, Poças das Lesmas provides sanitary facilities with showers and a bar. The pools and surrounding areas have been carefully restored, preserving the natural

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Machico Beach

The bay in Machico adds a touch of beauty to the city, with its calm and clear sea blending harmoniously with the green mountains around it. Right in this beautiful setting, you’ll find Machico Beach, also known as Banda d’Além Beach. The beach is about 70 meters long and 100 meters wide, located on the

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Calheta Sand Beach

Calheta Beach is a captivating oasis nestled in the town of Calheta on Madeira Island. This popular bathing resort on the island’s west coast offers comfort and beauty in abundance. With its golden sands imported from Morocco, crystal-clear Atlantic waters, and protective breakwaters, it provides the perfect setting for beach enthusiasts.  Here you can experience

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Prainha Beach

Prainha is a small paradise on Madeira’s east coast. This black sandy beach is perfect for you to enjoy a memorable bathing experience, in a unique environment. Located near Ponta de São Lourenço, Prainha stands out from the majority of the island’s beaches because of its volcanic and coppery natural sand. Also, its surroundings are

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Seixal Beach

Seixal Beach is nestled on the north coast of Madeira. This beautiful black sand beach, a result of volcanic activity, offers a relaxing escape. At Seixal Beach, the mesmerizing contrast between the dark sand and the crystal-blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean immediately captures your attention. For those seeking a bit of shade, natural rock

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