What is the water and sand quality of the Calhau da Lapa?

The Calhau da Lapa is concrete. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color.

What are the key activities at Calhau da Lapa?

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

Is the Calhau da Lapa good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Calhau da Lapa does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Calhau da Lapa for swimming is positive.

Is the Calhau da Lapa good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. The cover is concrete and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Calhau da Lapa secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Calhau da Lapa is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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 Calhau da Lapa?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Calhau da Lapa.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Sakinhas Bar is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Calhau da Lapa?

There are 1545 places to stay in the Calhau da Lapa area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Calhau da Lapa include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3245080&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Guesthouse-TheView</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7118206&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Brava Atlantico</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4296291&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Capela's House, a Home in Madeira</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5563770&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Gran Horizonte house</a></li></ul>

How far is the Calhau da Lapa from parking?

The Calhau da Lapa has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Calhau da Lapa?

There are 1 attractions near Calhau da Lapa that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Levada Nova - Tabua located in 3.8 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Calhau da Lapa (Madeira) 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 Calhau da Lapa (Madeira) 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 Calhau da Lapa 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.

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Photo of Calhau da Lapa with very clean level of cleanliness

Calhau da Lapa

Calhau da Lapa Beach

Campanário, Portugal

7.3

#32 out of 45 in Madeira 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Concrete cover Good for swimming Short mountain trail

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Playground Playground

2.7km

Playground Praia da Foz da Ribeira Brava

2.7km

Playground Children's playground in the village of Ribeira Brava

2.8km

Hiking Area Calhau do Lapa Madeira

800m

Hiking Area Veredas do Pico Alto

1.5km

Hiking Area Levada do Norte Ribeira Brava starting point

1.9km

Park Park Camara Municipal da Ribeira Brava

2.7km

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5.9km

Park Promenade Câmara de Lobos - Funchal

6.9km

Park Praia Walking Road

7.4km

Park Lido Promenade

9.3km

Park Panoramic Gardens

9.6km

Bar Sakinhas Bar

9.8 - Exceptional 600m

Restaurant Sabores a varanda

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Restaurante Fajã dos Padres

7.2 - Good 1.6km

Barbecue Restaurant Restaurante La Parreira

9 - Excellent 1.7km

Italian Restaurant Bar o Caçador - Pizzaria & Churrascaria

9.2 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Grelhados do Pinheiro

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Restaurant Vista Alegre

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Bar Bar A Venda Do André

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

Restaurant AVENIDA GastroPub & Grill

9.2 - Excellent 2.6km

Supermarket Bom Despacho

1.2km

Supermarket Pingo Doce

2.6km

Supermarket Ferreira & Pestana, Lda

2.7km

Supermarket Continente Modelo

2.7km

Supermarket Loja Coral

2.7km

Bakery Miminho

8.6 - Excellent 2.8km

Bakery Flor Do Vale

8.8 - Excellent 2.8km

Supermarket Pingo Doce Super Câmara de Lobos

6km

Supermarket Continente Modelo

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Levada Nova - Tabua

8.6 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta do Sol

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Caminho Real da Encumeada (PR12)

9.6 - Exceptional 7.2km

Tourist Attraction Cascata dos Anjos

7.6km

Tourist Attraction Paróquia São Martinho

9.2 - Excellent 8.9km

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About

Calhau da Lapa is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 32th place out of 45 beaches in the Madeira region 12.2 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Calhau da Lapa settlement, just 0 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

Located within the settlement

Calhau da Lapa • 0 km

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Playground Playground

2.7km

Playground Praia da Foz da Ribeira Brava

2.7km

Playground Children's playground in the village of Ribeira Brava

2.8km

Hiking Area Calhau do Lapa Madeira

800m

Hiking Area Veredas do Pico Alto

1.5km

Hiking Area Levada do Norte Ribeira Brava starting point

1.9km

Park Park Camara Municipal da Ribeira Brava

2.7km

Hiking Area Levada do Moinho

5.9km

Park Promenade Câmara de Lobos - Funchal

6.9km

Park Praia Walking Road

7.4km

Park Lido Promenade

9.3km

Park Panoramic Gardens

9.6km

Bar Sakinhas Bar

9.8 - Exceptional 600m

Restaurant Sabores a varanda

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Restaurante Fajã dos Padres

7.2 - Good 1.6km

Barbecue Restaurant Restaurante La Parreira

9 - Excellent 1.7km

Italian Restaurant Bar o Caçador - Pizzaria & Churrascaria

9.2 - Excellent 1.8km

Restaurant Grelhados do Pinheiro

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Restaurant Vista Alegre

9 - Excellent 1.9km

Bar Bar A Venda Do André

9.2 - Excellent 2.2km

Restaurant AVENIDA GastroPub & Grill

9.2 - Excellent 2.6km

Supermarket Bom Despacho

1.2km

Supermarket Pingo Doce

2.6km

Supermarket Ferreira & Pestana, Lda

2.7km

Supermarket Continente Modelo

2.7km

Supermarket Loja Coral

2.7km

Bakery Miminho

8.6 - Excellent 2.8km

Bakery Flor Do Vale

8.8 - Excellent 2.8km

Supermarket Pingo Doce Super Câmara de Lobos

6km

Supermarket Continente Modelo

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Levada Nova - Tabua

8.6 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta do Sol

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Caminho Real da Encumeada (PR12)

9.6 - Exceptional 7.2km

Tourist Attraction Cascata dos Anjos

7.6km

Tourist Attraction Paróquia São Martinho

9.2 - Excellent 8.9km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

760m from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Villas Calhau da Lapa 51

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Calhau da Lapa • 750m from center

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1.1km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Guesthouse-TheView

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Calhau da Lapa • 1.1km from center

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1.2km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

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Chalet

Jardim da Serra • 1.2km from center

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1.4km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Capela's House, a Home in Madeira

Entire House

Jardim da Serra • 1.4km from center

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1.7km from the beach

8 Very good

Madeira Villa Liliana

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Calhau da Lapa • 1.7km from center

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2 bedrooms appartement with shared pool furnished terrace and wifi at Prazeres 5 km away from the be

1.7km from the beach

3 Poor

2 bedrooms appartement with shared pool furnished terrace and wifi at Prazeres 5 km away from the be

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Jardim da Serra • 1.7km from center

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2km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Villa Estrelicia by LovelyStay

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Calhau da Lapa • 2km from center

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2km from the beach

7.6 Very good

Gran Horizonte house

Entire House

Jardim da Serra • 2km from center

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2.6km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Rocha Mar 3M

Entire Apartment

Jardim da Serra • 2.7km from center

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3.4km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Villa Brava Atlantico

Entire Villa

Jardim da Serra • 3.5km from center

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3.6km from the beach

4.1 Frustrating

Ribeira Brava Studio Sea View

Entire Apartment

Jardim da Serra • 3.6km from center

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3.7km from the beach

9.8 Exceptional

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Located at nearest locality

Calhau da Lapa • 3.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.7km 22 min walk

Praia da Faja dos Padres

7.6 Very good

2.9km

Praia Da Ribeira Brava

7.6 Very good

3.7km

Fajas de Cabo Girao

6.7 Good

5.6km

Praia de Vigario

7.2 Good

6.7km

Ponta do Sol Beach

7.8 Very good

Popular beach 8.5km

Formosa Beach Praia Formosa

7.4 Good

8.9km

Piscinas Naturais da Doca do Cavacas Beach

8 Very good

9.6km

Ponta Gorda Lido

8.4 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Calhau da Lapa • 70m

Main locality of province

Funchal • 12.2km

Transport

Airport

FNC • 24.9km

Bus Station

LMB Aguiares T-10A e 46 • 9.4km

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Calhau da Lapa

Calhau da Lapa Beach

Campanário, Portugal

Playground Playground

Playground Praia da Foz da Ribeira Brava

Playground Children's playground in the village of Ribeira Brava

Hiking Area Calhau do Lapa Madeira

Hiking Area Veredas do Pico Alto

Hiking Area Levada do Norte Ribeira Brava starting point

Park Park Camara Municipal da Ribeira Brava

Hiking Area Levada do Moinho

Park Promenade Câmara de Lobos - Funchal

Park Praia Walking Road

Park Lido Promenade

Park Panoramic Gardens

Bar Sakinhas Bar

Restaurant Sabores a varanda

Restaurant Restaurante Fajã dos Padres

Barbecue Restaurant Restaurante La Parreira

Italian Restaurant Bar o Caçador - Pizzaria & Churrascaria

Restaurant Grelhados do Pinheiro

Restaurant Vista Alegre

Bar Bar A Venda Do André

Restaurant AVENIDA GastroPub & Grill

Supermarket Bom Despacho

Supermarket Pingo Doce

Supermarket Ferreira & Pestana, Lda

Supermarket Continente Modelo

Supermarket Loja Coral

Bakery Miminho

Bakery Flor Do Vale

Supermarket Pingo Doce Super Câmara de Lobos

Supermarket Continente Modelo

Tourist Attraction Levada Nova - Tabua

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta do Sol

Tourist Attraction Caminho Real da Encumeada (PR12)

Tourist Attraction Cascata dos Anjos

Tourist Attraction Paróquia São Martinho

About

Calhau da Lapa, Madeira,

Playground Playground

Playground Praia da Foz da Ribeira Brava

Playground Children's playground in the village of Ribeira Brava

Hiking Area Calhau do Lapa Madeira

Hiking Area Veredas do Pico Alto

Hiking Area Levada do Norte Ribeira Brava starting point

Park Park Camara Municipal da Ribeira Brava

Hiking Area Levada do Moinho

Park Promenade Câmara de Lobos - Funchal

Park Praia Walking Road

Park Lido Promenade

Park Panoramic Gardens

Bar Sakinhas Bar

Restaurant Sabores a varanda

Restaurant Restaurante Fajã dos Padres

Barbecue Restaurant Restaurante La Parreira

Italian Restaurant Bar o Caçador - Pizzaria & Churrascaria

Restaurant Grelhados do Pinheiro

Restaurant Vista Alegre

Bar Bar A Venda Do André

Restaurant AVENIDA GastroPub & Grill

Supermarket Bom Despacho

Supermarket Pingo Doce

Supermarket Ferreira & Pestana, Lda

Supermarket Continente Modelo

Supermarket Loja Coral

Bakery Miminho

Bakery Flor Do Vale

Supermarket Pingo Doce Super Câmara de Lobos

Supermarket Continente Modelo

Tourist Attraction Levada Nova - Tabua

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta do Sol

Tourist Attraction Caminho Real da Encumeada (PR12)

Tourist Attraction Cascata dos Anjos

Tourist Attraction Paróquia São Martinho

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Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Chalet

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