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Alagoa beach
Porto da Cruz
Alagoa beach
Good for Relax
About
Alagoa beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 27th place out of 27 beaches in the Madeira region 15.7 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Porto da Cruz settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
It is a spacious bay with turquoise water and gray pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Alagoa beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Maiata, which has a rating of 7.2.
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Alagoa beach is located in Madeira within Porto da Cruz, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Madeira island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"If you're looking for a place to take a dip, Black Rock Beach isn't the spot for you. Unless you're a seasoned surfer, of course. The amenities leave something to be desired, but hey, at least there's a pretty sweet rock nearby. But unless you're in the market for some gnarly waves, you might want to skip this one."
Landon Tran.
"The beach features a stunning landscape of rocks and black sand, with waves that are quite strong, making it a perfect spot for surfers to catch a wave. The amenities are also top-notch, with toilets, showers, and changing rooms available for visitors. Additionally, the large parking lot means that finding a spot to park your vehicle won't be a hassle."
Larisa Petrovna
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"If you're looking for a place to take a dip, Black Rock Beach isn't the spot for you. Unless you're a seasoned surfer, of course. The amenities leave something to be desired, but hey, at least there's a pretty sweet rock nearby. But unless you're in the market for some gnarly waves, you might want to skip this one."
Landon Tran.
"The beach features a stunning landscape of rocks and black sand, with waves that are quite strong, making it a perfect spot for surfers to catch a wave. The amenities are also top-notch, with toilets, showers, and changing rooms available for visitors. Additionally, the large parking lot means that finding a spot to park your vehicle won't be a hassle."
Larisa Petrovna
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What to do in Alagoa beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Alagoa beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Alagoa beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Alagoa beach?
The beachline of Alagoa beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Alagoa beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Alagoa beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Alagoa beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
- Surfing
Is the Alagoa beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Alagoa beach are usually strong.
So the overall recommendation of the Alagoa beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Alagoa beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Alagoa beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Alagoa beach?
The bar is located right on the Alagoa beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Alagoa beach?
There are 372 places to stay in the Alagoa beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Alagoa beach include:
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How far is the Alagoa beach from parking?
The Alagoa beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Alagoa beach?
There are 4 attractions near Alagoa beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Vereda da Penha d'Águia located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Alagoa beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Alagoa beach is August. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Alagoa beach (Madeira island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Alagoa beach (Madeira island) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Alagoa beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.
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