Canico town is located in Madeira Portugal, and famous for its magnificent mountain scenery and turquoise waters of an incredible deep color! It seems that nature created it for one purpose - to make your vacation unforgettable!
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Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.
If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Canico are Praia do Garajau, Praia de S. Roque, Praia das Palmeiras.
The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Canico, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.
The beaches of town are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Pebbly beaches dominate the rest!
As pebble rocky beaches are common here, it's recommended to bring aqua shoes if you're sensitive to it. This way, your vacation will be as comfortable as possible.
Usually, the depth increases normally. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.
10 out of 15 beaches in Canico are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.
A not-so-pleasant feature of the beaches in Canico is the high density of boats, yachts, or other watercraft on some of them. There are about 5 such beaches, but this may vary depending on the season. If this is a concern for you, we recommend carefully checking the beaches of interest for this issue using our Boat filter.
This is a fantastic beach for families with young children. It's not overly crowded, and there's a lovely restaurant in close proximity.
This beach on the south coast is among the most beautiful ones. You can easily rent snorkeling equipment for 5€ per day from the nearby diving school.
This quaint little beach boasts ample parking and a short descent down the hill to reach the shoreline. Unfortunately, the café was closed during our visit, but what really caught our attention were the numerous signs forbidding the placement of personal towels on the sand - talk about uptight! The sea is relatively placid, ideal for a dip, but do note that there are no lifeguards on duty. While it's worth a stop, don't plan on lingering unless you're willing to shell out for a sun lounger.
The warmest month during the year in this area is August, with the air temperature rising up to 23.3°C and the water temperature up to 24°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 17.6°C and the water temperature down to 19°C.