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Towns · North coastReview

Seixal: town in Madeira

Seixal sits in the municipality of Porto Moniz, Madeira. Its population is around 875.

Dramatic north-coast village with black-sand beach, natural pools and the Véu da Noiva waterfall nearby.

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Municipality
Porto Moniz
Population
875
Region
North coast
Coordinates
32.8267, -17.1031

About Seixal

Seixal is part of the municipality of Porto Moniz, with a population of around 875

Seixal sits where thick laurisilva forest and waterfalls meet the sea, which shapes its layout and its everyday rhythm: fishing, agriculture, and increasingly tourism. Spending half a day here gives a much better feel for the island than only visiting Funchal.

What to know before you go

  • Most cafés, bakeries and family-run restaurants take cards; small village shops sometimes still prefer cash for under €5.
  • Buses run a handful of times a day on the north and west coasts, a rental car removes the timetable problem entirely.
  • Old-town streets are tight and one-way; use the signed car parks on the outskirts and walk the last few minutes in.

Best time to visit

Seixal is comfortable year-round, but spring and early autumn give the best mix of warm afternoons and low cloud cover.

Location

North coast, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps

32.82670, -17.10310

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Frequently asked

Is Seixal worth visiting?

Yes. Seixal shows a quieter, more local side of Madeira than central Funchal, and pairs naturally with the trails, beaches and viewpoints in the same valley.

How do I get to Seixal from Funchal?

Allow 45–75 minutes from Funchal via the VE1 and the north-coast tunnels, the drive itself is one of the scenic highlights.

Plan around Seixal

The nearest town, viewpoint and walk: the three things most visitors pair with Seixal in a day.

ViewpointsVéu da Noiva1.4 km awayTrailsVereda do Chão da Ribeira2.1 km awayBeachesPraia do Seixal488 m away

Nearby on Madeira

Other places within easy reach of Seixal.

Beaches
Praia do Seixal
488 m
Bars
Bar Praia da Laje
1.1 km
Beaches
Praia da Laje
1.1 km
Viewpoints
Véu da Noiva
1.4 km
Trails
Vereda do Chão da Ribeira
2.1 km
Viewpoints
Fanal Forest
4.3 km

Plan the rest of your trip

The four guides most first-time visitors reach for.

GuideMadeira travel guideThe full island in one long read.Plans3, 5 & 7-day itinerariesReady-made road-trip plans.WeatherMonth-by-month climateAir, sea, rain and sun by month.TipsFirst-timer travel tipsCar hire, parishes, red flags.

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