What is the water and sand quality of the Ponta do Sol Beach?

The beachline of Ponta do Sol Beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Ponta do Sol Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball</li></ul>

Is the Ponta do Sol Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Ponta do Sol Beach is fully protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Ponta do Sol Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Ponta do Sol Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Ponta do Sol Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ponta do Sol Beach?

The bar is located right on the Ponta do Sol Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurant & Grill Muralha Terrace is the closest place located 3900 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Ponta do Sol Beach?

There are 880 places to stay in the Ponta do Sol Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Ponta do Sol Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=240265&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Enotel Sunset Bay - Ex Enotel Baia do Sol</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6084767&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">1905 Zino's Palace</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2643409&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa do Piquinho</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7723937&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Caboz</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3885805&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Quinta da Tia Briosa by Madeira Sun Travel</a></li></ul>

How far is the Ponta do Sol Beach from parking?

The Ponta do Sol Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Ponta do Sol Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Ponta do Sol Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cascata dos Anjos located in 1.1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Ponta do Sol Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Ponta do Sol Beach is August. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ponta do Sol Beach (Madeira island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.

Photo of Ponta do Sol Beach with gray pebble surface

Photo of Ponta do Sol Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Ponta do Sol Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Ponta do Sol Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Ponta do Sol Beach amenities area

Photo of Ponta do Sol Beach and the settlement

Ponta do So

Ponta do Sol Beach

Ponta do Sol, Portugal

7.8

#19 out of 45 in Madeira 14

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray pebble Pebbles bottom Fully waves protected Beach activities rent

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Located within the settlement

Ponta do Sol • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Playground Children's playground in the village of Ribeira Brava

3.8km

Playground Praia da Foz da Ribeira Brava

3.8km

Playground Playground

3.8km

Playground Parque Infantil

5.8km

Playground Playground

8.2km

Playground Parque Infantil Da Calheta

8.2km

Hiking Area Levada do Moinho

1.7km

Park Park Camara Municipal da Ribeira Brava

3.9km

Hiking Area Levada do Norte Ribeira Brava starting point

6km

Park Rua da igreja, prazeres

6.2km

Hiking Area Veredas do Pico Alto

6.8km

Hiking Area Calhau do Lapa Madeira

7.1km

Park Calheta Park

7.3km

Park Praceta 24 de Junho

8.2km

Park Overseas War Memorial

8.2km

Restaurant Restaurant & Grill Muralha Terrace

9.4 - Excellent 3.7km

Restaurant Restaurante Borda d'Água

8.4 - Very good 3.7km

Restaurant D. Luís restaurante

8.8 - Excellent 3.7km

Restaurant Restaurant & Grill A Parada Brava

7.8 - Very good 3.8km

Restaurant Pizzaria Restaurant Toscana

8.8 - Excellent 3.8km

Restaurant Café do Grilo

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Restaurant AVENIDA GastroPub & Grill

9.2 - Excellent 3.9km

Restaurant Frango Dourado

8.8 - Excellent 4.1km

Italian Restaurant Bar o Caçador - Pizzaria & Churrascaria

9.2 - Excellent 5.3km

Supermarket Ferreira & Pestana, Lda

3.9km

Supermarket Pingo Doce

3.9km

Bakery Flor Do Vale

8.8 - Excellent 4.1km

Bakery Miminho

8.6 - Excellent 4.1km

Supermarket Continente Modelo

4.3km

Supermarket Loja Coral

4.8km

Supermarket Bom Despacho

5.8km

Supermarket Amanhecer

6.7km

Supermarket Pingo Doce Super Calheta

7.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta do Sol

50m

Tourist Attraction Cascata dos Anjos

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Levada Nova - Tabua

8.6 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction Levada do Paul

9 - Excellent 6.7km

Tourist Attraction Levada da Rocha Vermelha

8.8 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Lagos da Madeira

9.2 - Excellent 8.7km

Tourist Attraction Calheta - Levada of 25 Fontes and Risk

9.4 - Excellent 8.8km

Tourist Attraction Bica da Cana pinnacle

9.4 - Excellent 9.8km

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About

Ponta do Sol Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 19th place out of 45 beaches in the Madeira region 18.8 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Ponta do Sol settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+23 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

3.4 M/S

Wind

+24 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Ponta do Sol • 0.2 km

Map of beach

Playground Children's playground in the village of Ribeira Brava

3.8km

Playground Praia da Foz da Ribeira Brava

3.8km

Playground Playground

3.8km

Playground Parque Infantil

5.8km

Playground Playground

8.2km

Playground Parque Infantil Da Calheta

8.2km

Hiking Area Levada do Moinho

1.7km

Park Park Camara Municipal da Ribeira Brava

3.9km

Hiking Area Levada do Norte Ribeira Brava starting point

6km

Park Rua da igreja, prazeres

6.2km

Hiking Area Veredas do Pico Alto

6.8km

Hiking Area Calhau do Lapa Madeira

7.1km

Park Calheta Park

7.3km

Park Praceta 24 de Junho

8.2km

Park Overseas War Memorial

8.2km

Restaurant Restaurant & Grill Muralha Terrace

9.4 - Excellent 3.7km

Restaurant Restaurante Borda d'Água

8.4 - Very good 3.7km

Restaurant D. Luís restaurante

8.8 - Excellent 3.7km

Restaurant Restaurant & Grill A Parada Brava

7.8 - Very good 3.8km

Restaurant Pizzaria Restaurant Toscana

8.8 - Excellent 3.8km

Restaurant Café do Grilo

9.6 - Exceptional 3.8km

Restaurant AVENIDA GastroPub & Grill

9.2 - Excellent 3.9km

Restaurant Frango Dourado

8.8 - Excellent 4.1km

Italian Restaurant Bar o Caçador - Pizzaria & Churrascaria

9.2 - Excellent 5.3km

Supermarket Ferreira & Pestana, Lda

3.9km

Supermarket Pingo Doce

3.9km

Bakery Flor Do Vale

8.8 - Excellent 4.1km

Bakery Miminho

8.6 - Excellent 4.1km

Supermarket Continente Modelo

4.3km

Supermarket Loja Coral

4.8km

Supermarket Bom Despacho

5.8km

Supermarket Amanhecer

6.7km

Supermarket Pingo Doce Super Calheta

7.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta do Sol

50m

Tourist Attraction Cascata dos Anjos

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Levada Nova - Tabua

8.6 - Excellent 3.6km

Tourist Attraction Levada do Paul

9 - Excellent 6.7km

Tourist Attraction Levada da Rocha Vermelha

8.8 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Lagos da Madeira

9.2 - Excellent 8.7km

Tourist Attraction Calheta - Levada of 25 Fontes and Risk

9.4 - Excellent 8.8km

Tourist Attraction Bica da Cana pinnacle

9.4 - Excellent 9.8km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Enotel Sunset Bay - Ex Enotel Baia do Sol

160m from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Enotel Sunset Bay - Ex Enotel Baia do Sol

Hotel

Jardim da Serra • 230m from center

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480m from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Varandas do Sol

Entire Apartment

Jardim da Serra • 380m from center

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780m from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Casa do Piquinho

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Ponta do Sol • 630m from center

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1km from the beach

9.8 Exceptional

Casa Del Mar

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Ponta do Sol • 960m from center

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1.4km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Casa Caboz

Entire Villa

Jardim da Serra • 1.3km from center

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Quinta da Tia Briosa by Madeira Sun Travel

1.6km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Quinta da Tia Briosa by Madeira Sun Travel

Entire Apartment

Jardim da Serra • 1.4km from center

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1.7km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Casa Carreira

Country House

Jardim da Serra • 1.5km from center

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1.8km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Casa Conduto

Country House

Jardim da Serra • 1.5km from center

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1.8km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Apartamento Villa

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Ponta do Sol • 1.6km from center

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1.8km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

1905 Zino's Palace

Hotel

Jardim da Serra • 1.6km from center

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1.8km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Casa de Ponte, a Home in Madeira

Entire House

Jardim da Serra • 1.6km from center

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1.9km from the beach

8.3 Very good

Villa Sol

Entire Villa

Jardim da Serra • 1.7km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

3.8km

Praia Da Ribeira Brava

7.6 Very good

3.9km

Praia da Madalena do Mar

6.8 Good

6.7km

Calhau da Lapa

7.3 Good

Popular beach 8.2km

Calheta Beach

8.2 Very good

8.3km

Praia da Faja dos Padres

7.6 Very good

10.4km

Fajas de Cabo Girao

6.7 Good

12.3km

Praia de Vigario

7.2 Good

13.8km

Praia do Cais

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Ponta do Sol • 260m

Main locality of province

Funchal • 18.8km

Transport

Airport

FNC • 31.1km

Bus Station

LMB Aguiares T-10A e 46 • 15.7km

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Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

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7.8 Very good

Samuel Lee.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is an incredibly stunning location that is impossible not to appreciate. The refreshing breeze and picturesque sunset, set against a breathtaking backdrop, create an unforgettable experience.

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Nyx Alvarado

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach was absolutely stunning! However, it is important to exercise caution while walking on the rocky terrain. Additionally, there is a magnificent vantage point that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Furthermore, there is a quaint little eatery situated at the peak of the hill.

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Kaelan Arden

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is a prime spot to witness the beauty of a setting sun! The ocean is refreshing, although it is mostly rocky terrain. However, there are a handful of dining choices to satisfy your hunger.

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Parker Winsted

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This charming spot is perfect for a leisurely stroll along the pebbled shore. Take a break at one of the cozy cafes and indulge in a cup of coffee or a delectable snack while admiring the mesmerizing view of the waves colliding with the rugged rocks.

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Aurelian Radu

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is absolutely lovely, with pristine sands and crystal-clear waters. It's highly recommended that you arrive early to secure a good spot, and don't forget to pack some sturdy beach shoes to navigate the pebbly shoreline.