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Porto Santo beach
Porto Santo
Porto Santo beach
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About
Porto Santo beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 3th place out of 27 beaches in the Madeira region 67.2 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Vila Baleira settlement, just 3.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, 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.
Porto Santo 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.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Fontinha, which has a rating of 8.2.
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+18
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+17
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6.3
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+19
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Porto Santo beach is located in Madeira within Vila Baleira, 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 Porto Santo 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
"This is by far the best beach I've visited. However, like most beaches on the Madeira Islands, there is a constant wind blowing, so it's advisable to bring along something to shield yourself from it."
Nikolai Zarek
"This exquisite beach boasts immaculate sands and crystal-clear waters that will undoubtedly capture your heart. A visit to this coastal paradise is an absolute must, as the pristine surroundings will leave you in awe."
Adam Landon
User reviews
"This is by far the best beach I've visited. However, like most beaches on the Madeira Islands, there is a constant wind blowing, so it's advisable to bring along something to shield yourself from it."
Nikolai Zarek
"This exquisite beach boasts immaculate sands and crystal-clear waters that will undoubtedly capture your heart. A visit to this coastal paradise is an absolute must, as the pristine surroundings will leave you in awe."
Adam Landon
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Vila Baleira 0.5 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Pizza N'Arreia• 4 min walk
- João do Cabeço• 5 min walk
- Bar De Praia - Hotel...• 7 min walk
- Pizzaria Gelataria M...• 7 min walk
Attractions
- Grutas Pico Ana Ferr...• 18 min walk
- Pico de Ana Ferreira• 19 min walk
- Culture at Bus Stop...• 20 min walk
- The Organ Pipes - An...• 20 min walk
Transport
- PXO• 4km
- Campo Futebol Machic...• 52.1km
Localities
- Vila Baleira• 3.5km
- Funchal• 67.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Porto Santo beach?
The coastline of Porto Santo beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Porto Santo beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Porto Santo beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Porto Santo beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
The waves in the Porto Santo beach are usually strong.
Is the Porto Santo 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Porto Santo 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 Porto Santo beach?
The bar is located right on the Porto Santo beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pizza N'Arreia is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Porto Santo beach?
There are 135 places to stay in the Porto Santo beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Porto Santo beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Porto Santo beach from parking?
The Porto Santo 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 Porto Santo beach?
There are 4 attractions near Porto Santo beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Grutas Pico Ana Ferreira located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Porto Santo beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Porto Santo 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 17°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Porto Santo beach (Madeira) 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.Porto Santo beach (Madeira) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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