Madeira Beaches & Natural Pools
Structured data on beaches, lidos and volcanic pools across the island.
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Porto Moniz Natural Pools
Porto MonizVolcanic-rock pools naturally filled by the Atlantic on Madeira's north-west tip. The signature swimming spot of the island.
Praia Formosa
FunchalMadeira's longest beach: a mix of pebble and black sand on the western edge of Funchal. Easy to reach by bus.
Praia da Calheta
CalhetaMan-made golden-sand beach inside a sheltered marina. Calm water — good for families.
Praia de Machico
MachicoYellow-sand beach in the bay of Machico, Madeira's first settlement. Sand was imported from Morocco.
Praia do Seixal
Porto MonizNatural black volcanic-sand beach on the dramatic north coast, framed by green cliffs.
Prainha
CaniçalSmall natural black-sand beach on the São Lourenço peninsula — Madeira's only naturally sandy beach.
Doca do Cavacas
FunchalLido-style natural-pool complex carved into volcanic rock on Funchal's west side.
Praia da Ponta do Sol
Ponta do SolPebble beach in the sunniest town in Madeira, with a long seafront promenade and cafés.
Jardim do Mar
CalhetaRound-stone beach known internationally as a big-wave surf break.
Paul do Mar
CalhetaLong pebble beach below dramatic cliffs, popular with surfers.