Praia de Machico
Machico, Madeira · Madeira
About the Beach
Praia de Machico is the main beach of the city of the same name, where the history of Madeira began with the landing of João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419. The golden sand of this beach was brought from the Sahara — an ingenious solution to create a sandy beach on a predominantly rocky island. The bay of Machico, sheltered by headlands, has the calm, warm water much valued for bathing.
Length: 600 m
Amenities and Services
Water Quality
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Praia de Machico have a lifeguard?
Yes — Praia de Machico has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Praia de Machico hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Praia de Machico holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Praia de Machico?
Yes, there is parking near Praia de Machico.
When is the bathing season at Praia de Machico?
The bathing season runs officially from 1 June to 30 September. During this period every facility is operational and the lifeguard is on duty. Outside this period, access is free but unsupervised.
Are there restaurants near Praia de Machico?
Yes — Praia de Machico has food and drink on the beach or nearby — beach bars, restaurants and snack bars open during the bathing season.
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Last updated: 2026-04-30
