Beach·Madeira

Praia da Calheta

A golden sand bay on Madeira's south coast — imported sand, calm water, and the closest thing to a classic beach on the island.

OptionalFine if it fits, no great loss if it doesn't.

Skip it if you crave rugged Atlantic beauty, but families seeking calm, man-made convenience will find this Madeira's most practical beach day.

Best time to go

Summer; the water is Atlantic-cool year-round.

Car

Helpful

Transit

Drive from Funchal, 40 minutes.

Price

Free

Why go

Madeira is short on sand; this calm, sun-trap bay with a marina and beach restaurants is the island's easiest family beach day.