Madeira Islands, Portugal

Praia da Madalena do Mar

Praia da Madalena do Mar is a distinctive beach located in Ponta do Sol, Madeira. This beach stands out due to its unique blend of black sand and basalt stones. Visitors can enjoy the clear waters and the calm sea, with a pontoon available for sea access and two ramps leading to the beach.

The natural surroundings of Praia da Madalena do Mar are quite diverse and include cliffs, rock-carved tunnels, and banana plantations, giving it a wild feel that sets it apart from other locations on the island. Despite its relatively small size, the beach features a strong sea current, making it a fun destination to visit with friends or family.

For those looking to relax and refresh, Praia da Madalena do Mar is equipped with a small children's playground and a couple of cafes. There is also a restaurant and two bars available at the beach, adding to its appeal as a leisure spot.

Praia da Madalena do Mar is generally not crowded, especially during off-peak seasons, offering a peaceful beach experience. Visitors can swim from the concrete pier to the beach, enhancing the overall beach-going experience.

To get to the beach, visitors can take a promenade from the main road. Free parking is available near the beach, although it's advised to park a bit further up and walk down to the beach. Despite its small size, the beach is equipped with a decent pier from which visitors can swim or fish.

What to do at Praia da Madalena do Mar?

Amenities

Praia da Madalena do Mar amenities include parking.

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Praia da Madalena do Mar include A Taberna Madalena do Mar, A Poita, Restaurante Costa Verde and Restaurante Cantinho da Madalena.

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Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the unique charm of the pebble beach, with its strong sea current and decent pier for swimming or fishing. The beach's wild scenery, including cliffs, rock-carved tunnels, and banana plantations, is also highly appreciated. However, some visitors express concerns about the lack of lifeguards and the potential difficulty of parking near the beach.

Where is Praia da Madalena do Mar?

Latitude: 32.7026475 / Longitude: -17.1375296

Praia da Madalena do Mar is located in Madeira Islands. The following map of Praia da Madalena do Mar shows the exact location.

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