What is the water and sand quality of the Piscina do Porto da Cruz?

The Piscina do Porto da Cruz is mostly covered with rocks. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.

What are the key activities at Piscina do Porto da Cruz?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Piscina do Porto da Cruz, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Piscina do Porto da Cruz good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Piscina do Porto da Cruz is partially protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Piscina do Porto da Cruz for swimming is very positive.

Is the Piscina do Porto da Cruz 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 rocks and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Piscina do Porto da Cruz 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.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Piscina do Porto da Cruz?

The bar is located right on the Piscina do Porto da Cruz.

What is the closest accommodation to the Piscina do Porto da Cruz?

There are 372 places to stay in the Piscina do Porto da Cruz area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Piscina do Porto da Cruz include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=579374&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Vila Bela</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=817866&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Rural de Sanroque</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=703729&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Quinta da Vila</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5379861&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Valentina's House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1459965&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa da Pedra</a></li></ul>

How far is the Piscina do Porto da Cruz from parking?

The Piscina do Porto da Cruz 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 Piscina do Porto da Cruz?

There are 4 attractions near Piscina do Porto da Cruz that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Vereda da Penha d'Águia located in 1.5 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Piscina do Porto da Cruz?

The month with the highest temperature in Piscina do Porto da Cruz 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?

Piscina do Porto da Cruz (Madeira island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Piscina do Porto da Cruz (Madeira island) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Piscina do Porto da Cruz for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.

Piscina do Porto da Cruz 🏖️ Madeira island, Portugal

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Piscina do Porto da Cruz

Porto da Cruz, Portugal

6.7

#43 out of 45 in Madeira 10

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Perfect for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Porto da Cruz • 0.1 km

Map of beach

National Park Parque Florestal das Queimadas

7.4km

Hiking Area PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde

7.5km

Hiking Area PR 1.2 Vereda do Pico Ruivo

8.8km

Restaurant Restaurante Lily's

9.2 - Excellent 5.7km

Cafe Sweet Home for Holidays

8.6 - Excellent 5.9km

Cafe BAR CAPITAL - Fabio Jose Da Mata Camara

8.6 - Excellent 6.3km

Cafe RubiAmor

8.6 - Excellent 6.6km

Cafe Café São José

8.6 - Excellent 6.6km

Cafe Tasca Do Jaime

8 - Very good 6.7km

Cafe Boutique de Pão Café da Avó

9.2 - Excellent 6.8km

Bar António Gouveia Reis - Unipessoal Lda.

9 - Excellent 7.2km

Cafe Café Paraíso

9.2 - Excellent 7.2km

Tourist Attraction Vereda da Penha d'Águia

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Levada do Castelejo

9 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Vereda das Funduras (PR5)

9.4 - Excellent 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Levada dos Maroços

8.8 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Parque Ribeira Primeira

9.4 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Museu Família Teixeira

9.2 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Ponta do Clérigo

9.2 - Excellent 4.6km

Tourist Attraction Cruzinhas viewpoint

9.2 - Excellent 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Levada da Serra do Faial

9 - Excellent 4.9km

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About

Piscina do Porto da Cruz is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 43th place out of 45 beaches in the Madeira region 15.7 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Porto da Cruz settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

Weather

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+23 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

1.7 M/S

Wind

+24 ^o C

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Porto da Cruz • 0.1 km

Map of beach

National Park Parque Florestal das Queimadas

7.4km

Hiking Area PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde

7.5km

Hiking Area PR 1.2 Vereda do Pico Ruivo

8.8km

Restaurant Restaurante Lily's

9.2 - Excellent 5.7km

Cafe Sweet Home for Holidays

8.6 - Excellent 5.9km

Cafe BAR CAPITAL - Fabio Jose Da Mata Camara

8.6 - Excellent 6.3km

Cafe RubiAmor

8.6 - Excellent 6.6km

Cafe Café São José

8.6 - Excellent 6.6km

Cafe Tasca Do Jaime

8 - Very good 6.7km

Cafe Boutique de Pão Café da Avó

9.2 - Excellent 6.8km

Bar António Gouveia Reis - Unipessoal Lda.

9 - Excellent 7.2km

Cafe Café Paraíso

9.2 - Excellent 7.2km

Tourist Attraction Vereda da Penha d'Águia

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Levada do Castelejo

9 - Excellent 2km

Tourist Attraction Vereda das Funduras (PR5)

9.4 - Excellent 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Levada dos Maroços

8.8 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Parque Ribeira Primeira

9.4 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Museu Família Teixeira

9.2 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Ponta do Clérigo

9.2 - Excellent 4.6km

Tourist Attraction Cruzinhas viewpoint

9.2 - Excellent 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Levada da Serra do Faial

9 - Excellent 4.9km

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Porto da Cruz • 3.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

260m 4 min walk

Connected beach

Alagoa beach

5.9 Pleasant

880m 11 min walk

Connected beach

Praia da Maiata

7.2 Good

3km

Complexo Balnear da Foz da Ribeira do Faial

7.9 Very good

8.6km

Praia de S. Roque

7.7 Very good

8.6km

Praia de Machico

8.4 Very good

8.8km

Praia da Ribeira de Natal

7.4 Good

9.1km

Complexo Balnear do Calhau de S. Jorge

7.8 Very good

9.3km

Praia do Canical

7.9 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Porto da Cruz • 170m

Main locality of province

Funchal • 15.7km

Transport

Airport

FNC • 9.7km

Bus Station

Santana T-56 • 6.2km

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6.7 Good

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Lila Carter

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

On the 31st of December, the beach appeared to be closed but we noticed a handful of people there and decided to give it a try. To our surprise, it was an absolute delight! The pools were naturally filled with seawater, adding to the charm of the place.

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Kai Williams.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is a fantastic destination to explore, and it's the perfect spot to spend a few days during the summer. The pools are delightful, and the sea water adds to the charm of the place. It's an ideal location for a family outing or a few days of relaxation during the summer months. However, the only downside is that the weather can be unpredictable at times, and it may not always be sunny. Additionally, the restaurant quality is not up to par, and the pools require better maintenance and cleaning. One of the kids' pools had black dirt on the floor, which is not ideal. Despite these minor issues, it's still an excellent escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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Sergei Kovalenko

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach at this Island boasts of the most splendid pool. The picturesque surroundings and the exquisite local eatery are simply amazing! I highly suggest spending a day here to unwind and relax.

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JN Andersson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Unfortunately, I was unable to indulge in the beach experience due to the tumultuous weather conditions. However, the panoramic vistas were absolutely breathtaking and left me in awe.

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Sara Mendes.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach was indeed stunning, but it lacked any real liveliness. It was vast, but felt empty and desolate. The only redeeming quality was the low cost of entry at a mere €0.75. Overall, the beach left me feeling underwhelmed and disappointed.