Beach
Praia da Calheta
Madeira's first artificial beach (2004): about 100 m of golden sand from Morocco between two breakwaters, Blue Flag 2026, next to the marina.
- Address
- Praia da Calheta, Calheta
Great with kids
Sand and sheltered water behind breakwaters; lifeguards 29 Jun–30 Sep 2026 (Visit Madeira; JORAM).
The notes
What the sources say (research)
- Inaugurated in 2004 as Madeira’s first artificial beach, golden sand imported from Morocco; about 100 m long, sunbathing area about 7,300 m²; protected by two breakwaters; free access. [visitmadeira.com, 9 Oct 2026]
- Blue Flag 2026; the Calheta recreational harbour next door also has one. [ABAE 2026]
- Lifeguarded bathing season 29 June–30 September 2026. [JORAM Portaria 206/2026]
How it compares with Machico, the lidos and Porto Santo: best beaches in Madeira.