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Praia de S.Roque
Machico
Praia de S. Roque
Good for Relax
About
Praia de S. Roque is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 9th place out of 27 beaches in the Madeira region 15.5 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Machico settlement, just 0.7 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 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 de S. Roque 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.
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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2.6
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+19
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Beach overall scores
Praia de S. Roque is located in Madeira within Machico, 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
"The beach in Machico is a charming and intimate spot with rocky terrain. It's a great place to practice surfing, as the waves tend to be smaller and closer to the shore. However, it's not the best destination for sunbathing, unless you're fortunate enough to snag one of the free sun beds. If you're seeking a traditional beach experience, simply take a short stroll 50 meters ..."
Dan Maverick
"The beach is a pristine haven, boasting of immaculate cleanliness that is truly impressive. Its beauty is unparalleled, and the atmosphere is serene and peaceful, making it the perfect getaway spot for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life."
Nika Brudova.
User reviews
"The beach in Machico is a charming and intimate spot with rocky terrain. It's a great place to practice surfing, as the waves tend to be smaller and closer to the shore. However, it's not the best destination for sunbathing, unless you're fortunate enough to snag one of the free sun beds. If you're seeking a traditional beach experience, simply take a short stroll 50 meters ..."
Dan Maverick
"The beach is a pristine haven, boasting of immaculate cleanliness that is truly impressive. Its beauty is unparalleled, and the atmosphere is serene and peaceful, making it the perfect getaway spot for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life."
Nika Brudova.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
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Calheta 0.2 km
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Machico 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray pebble
Canico 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Canical 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Quinta do Lorde 0.6 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
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- MaréAlta - Peixe & M...• 2 min walk
- Snacks&doses Bar Do...• 2 min walk
- Portas Verdes• 2 min walk
- Pizza Café• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Solar do Ribeirinho• 5 min walk
- Miradouro do Pico do...• 13 min walk
- Levada do Caniçal -...• 23 min walk
- Vereda do Larano• 23 min walk
Transport
- FNC• 2.3km
- Campo Futebol Machic...• 22 min walk
Localities
- Machico• 740m
- Funchal• 15.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia de S. Roque?
The beachline of Praia de S. Roque 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 Praia de S. Roque?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia de S. Roque, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Praia de S. Roque good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Praia de S. Roque is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Praia de S. Roque for swimming is very positive.
Is the Praia de S. Roque 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 de S. Roque 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 de S. Roque?
The bar is located right on the Praia de S. Roque.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.MaréAlta - Peixe & Mariscos is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia de S. Roque?
There are 628 places to stay in the Praia de S. Roque area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia de S. Roque include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Praia de S. Roque from parking?
The Praia de S. Roque 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 de S. Roque?
There are 4 attractions near Praia de S. Roque that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Solar do Ribeirinho located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia de S. Roque?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia de S. Roque 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 de S. Roque (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 Praia de S. Roque (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 Praia de S. Roque 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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