Madeira · 32°44′N 17°13′W
Jardim do Mar
A village on the southwest coast beneath tall cliffs, home to a long right-hand point that was world-class until a 2003 seawall cut it short. Still a serious wave on its day, for experienced surfers only.
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Paul do Mar
A narrow fishing village along the shore just north of Jardim do Mar, with a powerful left-hand reef that has held international events. Heavy, shallow and for advanced surfers.
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São Vicente
A municipality on Madeira's north-west coast, cooler and greener than the south, whose coastline at Fajã da Areia made it known for surfing.
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Funchal
Madeira's capital on the sheltered south coast. No surf in the city itself, but the base most travellers use, with the reefs of the southwest and the northeast a drive away.
SurfCommon questions
- What are the surf spots in Jardim do Mar?
- Jardim do Mar has one spot guide here: Jardim do Mar.
- Is Jardim do Mar good for beginners?
- Not really — the spots listed here suit intermediate surfers and above.
- Is there a surf school in Jardim do Mar?
- Not directly in Jardim do Mar yet — check the schools directory for the wider area.