Calheta beach, Artificial beach in Calheta, Madeira, Portugal
The golden sandy beach extends for 100 meters along the Atlantic Ocean, featuring protective breakwaters that create calm swimming conditions.
The construction of Calheta Beach in 2004 transformed this former fishing community into a recreational destination with imported sand from Morocco.
Local restaurants near the beach serve traditional Madeiran dishes while fishermen continue their centuries-old practices in the adjacent marina.
The beach provides amenities including showers, changing rooms, sun loungers, and direct access to numerous waterfront restaurants and shops.
Whale watching excursions depart from the marina next to the beach, offering opportunities to observe pilot whales in their natural habitat.
Location: Calheta
Inception: 2004
Length: 100 m
Website: https://bathingwaters.eu/madeira/madeira/calheta%20(madeira)/PTMW8M
GPS coordinates: 32.71889,-17.17444
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:56
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