Madeira
Sao Vicente
A municipality on Madeira's north-west coast, cooler and greener than the south, whose coastline at Faja da Areia made it known for surfing.
Spots here
Schools & rentals here
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Nearby
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.
SurfFunchal
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.
SurfPaul 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.
SurfCommon questions
- What are the surf spots in Sao Vicente?
- Sao Vicente has one spot guide here: Faja da Areia.
- Is Sao Vicente good for beginners?
- Not really — the spots listed here suit intermediate surfers and above.
- Is there a surf school in Sao Vicente?
- Not directly in Sao Vicente yet — check the schools directory for the wider area.