Surfing in Madeira

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The northwestern side of Madeira offers two fabulous breaks on your way to the small town of Porto Moniz: Achadas da Cruz and Porta do Tristão. Both spots work well in low tide.

If you're on the north side of the island, and if you're still catching your first waves, head to Fajã da Areia, a surf spot that is often working and delivering waves in the one-to-six-foot range. For point break enthusiasts, there's Ribeira da Janela, Contreiras, and Esquerda de S. Vicente.

TOP 10 Surf Spots

Jardim do Mar: Low Tide | Level Intermediate/Advanced
Ponta Pequena: Low Tide | Level Intermediate/Advanced
Paul do Mar: High Tide | Level Intermediate/Advanced
Ponta do Pargo: Low Tide | Level Intermediate/Advanced
Achadas da Cruz: Low/Medium Tide | Level Intermediate
Porta do Tristão: Low Tide | Level Advanced
Ribeira da Janela: Low Tide | Level Intermediate/Advanced
Contreiras: Low Tide | Level Intermediate/Advanced
Esquerda de S. Vicente: Low Tide | Level Intermediate/Advanced
Fajã da Areia: Low/Medium/High Tide | Level Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced