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Praia do Caniçal
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Praia do Canical
Praia do Caniçal
About
Praia do Canical is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 7th place out of 27 beaches in the Madeira region 18.8 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Canical settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Praia do Canical coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, sun umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Machico, which has a rating of 8.3.
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+18
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+17
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Praia do Canical is located in Madeira within Canical, 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
"Although I am not particularly fond of pebble beaches, I must admit that the water was quite alluring and crystal clear. However, for those who despise the jagged rocks and refuse to wade into the sea, there is a pier with steps that you can use to plunge into the water. The beach is equipped with a shower, but overall, I found the experience to be lackluster and unremarkable."
Larissa Santos.
"Caniçal Beach, a popular summer destination, boasts a unique composition of Calhau stones. Though traditionally frequented by the locals of Caniçal, outsiders have recently been drawn in by the free parking nearby. Despite the lack of facilities such as restrooms and lifeguards, the beach offers refreshing freshwater showers and a selection of delectable seafood restaurants ..."
Xavier Silva
User reviews
"Although I am not particularly fond of pebble beaches, I must admit that the water was quite alluring and crystal clear. However, for those who despise the jagged rocks and refuse to wade into the sea, there is a pier with steps that you can use to plunge into the water. The beach is equipped with a shower, but overall, I found the experience to be lackluster and unremarkable."
Larissa Santos.
"Caniçal Beach, a popular summer destination, boasts a unique composition of Calhau stones. Though traditionally frequented by the locals of Caniçal, outsiders have recently been drawn in by the free parking nearby. Despite the lack of facilities such as restrooms and lifeguards, the beach offers refreshing freshwater showers and a selection of delectable seafood restaurants ..."
Xavier Silva
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Machico 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray pebble
Canico 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Quinta do Lorde 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise water, Pebbles bottom
Machico 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Funchal 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Ribeira Brava 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Ponta do Sol 0.2 km
What to do in Praia do Canical? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Praia do Canical 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!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Praia do Canical. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Praia do Canical implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante Bar Amar...• 2 min walk
- Restaurante Cabresta...• 2 min walk
- Restaurante Snack-ba...• 13 min walk
- Baía Beach Club• 3km
Attractions
- Levada do Caniçal -...• 23 min walk
- Miradouro do Pico do...• 2.5km
- Vereda do Larano• 2.5km
- Levada do Caniçal -...• 2.6km
Transport
- FNC• 5.6km
- Campo Futebol Machic...• 3.8km
Localities
- Canical• 300m
- Funchal• 18.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia do Canical?
The beachline of Praia do Canical is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Praia do Canical?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Praia do Canical is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Praia do Canical good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Praia do Canical is partially protected from waves.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the Praia do Canical 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 gentle.
Is the Praia do Canical 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 Praia do Canical?
The bar is located right on the Praia do Canical.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Bar Amarelo is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia do Canical?
There are 302 places to stay in the Praia do Canical area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Praia do Canical from parking?
The Praia do Canical 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 Praia do Canical?
There are 4 attractions near Praia do Canical that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Levada do Caniçal - Pico do Facho located in 1.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia do Canical?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia do Canical 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?
Praia do Canical (Madeira island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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