What is the water and sand quality of the Praia do Canical?

The beachline of Praia do Canical is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. 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 Praia do Canical?

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.The Praia do Canical is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Praia do Canical good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Praia do Canical is partially protected from waves.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Praia do Canical 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 Praia do Canical 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 Praia do Canical?

The bar is located right on the Praia do Canical.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Cabrestante is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia do Canical?

There are 305 places to stay in the Praia do Canical area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3981065&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Miguel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4192686&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Senhora do Mar - Gorgeous Villa with pool and private sea access</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3204818&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartment Machico near the beach</a></li></ul>

How far is the Praia do Canical from parking?

The Praia do Canical 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 Praia do Canical?

There are 4 attractions near Praia do Canical that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Levada do Caniçal - Pico do Facho located in 1.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia do Canical?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia do Canical 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?

Praia do Canical (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 Praia do Canical with gray pebble surface

Photo of Praia do Canical with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Praia do Canical with small bay

Photo of Praia do Canical with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Praia do Canical amenities area

Photo of Praia do Canical and the settlement

Praia do Caniçal

Praia do Canical

Praia do Caniçal

Caniçal, Portugal

7.9

#16 out of 45 in Madeira 6

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Gray pebble Pebbles bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for Kayaking

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Located within the settlement

Canical • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Cabrestante

8.4 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Restaurante Bar Amarelo

8.4 - Very good 100m

Restaurant Restaurante Snack-bar Frente Ao Sol

9.2 - Excellent 930m

Bar Baía Beach Club

8.2 - Very good 2.8km

Restaurant Churrasqueira, Petisqueira e hamburgaria Adega do Petisco

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Restaurant O Pescador

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Bar Café O Pombo

8.2 - Very good 3km

Bar Massa Mia

8.2 - Very good 3km

Cafe Pasteleria E Padaria Bom Caminho

9 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction Levada do Caniçal - Pico do Facho

8.4 - Very good 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Miradouro do Pico do Facho

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Vereda do Larano

9.4 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Levada do Caniçal - Machico

9 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Solar do Ribeirinho

8.8 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Levada dos Maroços

8.8 - Excellent 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Quinta do Santo (Santo António Da Serra)

9.2 - Excellent 7.6km

Tourist Attraction Vereda das Funduras (PR5)

9.4 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Levada da Serra do Faial

9 - Excellent 8.4km

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About

Praia do Canical is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 16th place out of 45 beaches in the Madeira region 18.7 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Canical settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+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

Canical • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Cabrestante

8.4 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Restaurante Bar Amarelo

8.4 - Very good 100m

Restaurant Restaurante Snack-bar Frente Ao Sol

9.2 - Excellent 930m

Bar Baía Beach Club

8.2 - Very good 2.8km

Restaurant Churrasqueira, Petisqueira e hamburgaria Adega do Petisco

9.2 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Restaurant O Pescador

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Bar Café O Pombo

8.2 - Very good 3km

Bar Massa Mia

8.2 - Very good 3km

Cafe Pasteleria E Padaria Bom Caminho

9 - Excellent 3km

Tourist Attraction Levada do Caniçal - Pico do Facho

8.4 - Very good 1.6km

Tourist Attraction Miradouro do Pico do Facho

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Vereda do Larano

9.4 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Levada do Caniçal - Machico

9 - Excellent 2.5km

Tourist Attraction Solar do Ribeirinho

8.8 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Levada dos Maroços

8.8 - Excellent 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Quinta do Santo (Santo António Da Serra)

9.2 - Excellent 7.6km

Tourist Attraction Vereda das Funduras (PR5)

9.4 - Excellent 8.2km

Tourist Attraction Levada da Serra do Faial

9 - Excellent 8.4km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Senhora do Mar - Gorgeous Villa with pool and private sea access

1.4km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Senhora do Mar - Gorgeous Villa with pool and private sea access

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Jardim da Serra • 1.5km from center

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3.1km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Casa da Avo Duca

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Located at nearest locality

Canical • 4.1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

720m 9 min walk

Praia da Ribeira de Natal

7.4 Good

2.2km

Prainha do Canical

7.9 Very good

3.1km

Praia de Machico

8.4 Very good

3.3km

Praia de S. Roque

7.7 Very good

4km

Sao Lourenco Beach

7.4 Good

4.9km

Praia do Sardinha

7.4 Good

7.4km

Praia das Palmeiras

7.7 Very good

8.5km

Praia da Maiata

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Canical • 340m

Main locality of province

Funchal • 18.7km

Transport

Airport

FNC • 5.5km

Bus Station

Campo Futebol Machico • 3.7km

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7.9 Very good

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7.9 Very good

Kai Williams.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

This shoreline boasts a unique feature - no sand in sight! Instead, it offers an umbrella for shade and a pier for adventurous swimmers to take a plunge into the cool water. Keep in mind that parking spaces are limited, so plan accordingly for a visit to this one-of-a-kind beach.

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Larissa Novikova.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

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Nikolai.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

2 Very poor

It is not advisable to take a dip in this particular beach, as it is a receptacle for wastewater from various parts of the city. The discharge is directly into the ocean and poses a health hazard to swimmers. It is recommended to seek out nearby beaches where the water may have been slightly diluted by the currents.

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"Tristan Che"

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

Although I am not particularly fond of pebble beaches, I must admit that the water was quite alluring and crystal clear. However, for those who despise the jagged rocks and refuse to wade into the sea, there is a pier with steps that you can use to plunge into the water. The beach is equipped with a shower, but overall, I found the experience to be lackluster and unremarkable.

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Elena Novotná

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

Caniçal Beach, a popular summer destination, boasts a unique composition of Calhau stones. Though traditionally frequented by the locals of Caniçal, outsiders have recently been drawn in by the free parking nearby. Despite the lack of facilities such as restrooms and lifeguards, the beach offers refreshing freshwater showers and a selection of delectable seafood restaurants with affordable prices. All in all, I highly recommend a visit to this charming beach.