Praia da Calheta, Sand beach in Calheta, Madeira, Portugal
The beach extends for 100 meters along the western coast of Madeira, featuring soft golden sand and two protective breakwaters creating a sheltered swimming area.
Established in 2004, this artificial beach marked a significant development in Madeira's coastal infrastructure through the importation of sand from North African regions.
The beach forms a central meeting point where residents and visitors gather throughout the year to enjoy traditional Portuguese coastal activities and local food.
The facility includes changing rooms, first-aid services, sun loungers, parasols, and a restaurant serving regional specialties within walking distance of the marina.
The protected bay configuration allows for year-round swimming conditions, making it one of the few locations in Madeira suitable for continuous water activities.
Location: Calheta
Address: Praia da, 9370-133 Estreito da Calheta, Portugal 9370-133 Estreito da Calheta
Phone: +351291820200
GPS coordinates: 32.72035,-17.17820
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:21
Levada das 25 Fontes
6.9 km
Calheta beach
388 m
Risco waterfall
6.8 km
Centro das Artes - Casa das Mudas
365 m
Caminho Real do Paul do Mar
5.1 km
Igreja Matriz da Calheta
325 m
MUDAS – Madeira Museum of Contemporary Art
349 m
Quinta da Piedade
3.6 km
Quinta Pedagógica dos Prazeres
4.4 km
Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Anjos (Canhas)
6.7 km
Church of Santa Maria Madalena
4.7 km
Madalena do Mar beach
4.1 km
Casa das Mudas
416 m
Capela dos Reis Magos
1.7 km
Igreja de São Brás
3 km
Capela de Nossa Senhora do Loreto
1.9 km
Capela do Sagrado Coração de Jesus
3 km
Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Neves
4.4 km
Engenho do sitio dos Moinhos
1.9 km
Engenho do sítio da Piedade
3.4 km
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça
2 km
Solar dos Freitas da Madalena
4.7 km
Câmara Municipal da Calheta (Madeira)
138 m
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
1.5 km
Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceição
3 km
Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário
3.7 km
Praia dos Surfistas
5.7 km
Praia da Vigia
3.9 kmReviews
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