Praia da Calheta
Calheta, Madeira · Madeira
About the Beach
Praia da Calheta is one of Madeira's most famous sandy beaches, with golden sand imported from Morocco that contrasts with the deep blue of the Atlantic. The Calheta marina and the adjoining casino give it a modern feel that sets it apart from other beaches on the island. Its location on the more sheltered south coast guarantees calmer bathing conditions and more pleasant water temperatures.
Length: 500 m
Amenities and Services
Amenities from the official APA beach registry (SNIAmb), for the bathing season. Water quality (SNIRH/APA)
Water Quality
Beach conditions
Measured at the IPMA station in Prazeres (Calheta), 4.6 km from here, at 22:00.
Water temperature is not measured at this beach. Value modelled by Open-Meteo for 01:30.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Praia da Calheta have a lifeguard?
Yes — Praia da Calheta has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Praia da Calheta hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Praia da Calheta holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Praia da Calheta?
Yes, there is parking near Praia da Calheta.
When is the bathing season at Praia da Calheta?
The bathing season at Praia da Calheta runs officially from 29 June to 30 September 2026, as set by the annual bathing season decree. During this period the support facilities are operational and the lifeguard is on duty. Outside this period, access is free but unsupervised.
Are there restaurants near Praia da Calheta?
Yes — Praia da Calheta has food and drink on the beach or nearby — beach bars, restaurants and snack bars open during the bathing season.
Can I bring my dog to Praia da Calheta?
We have no confirmed information for Praia da Calheta specifically. As a general rule, dogs are not allowed on Portuguese beaches during the bathing season, which at this beach runs from 29 June to 30 September 2026, except where a dedicated dog area exists; outside that period the rules are considerably more relaxed. Each municipality decides by local bylaw, so check with the Calheta town council or the signs on site.
Sources
Last updated: 2026-06-01
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