Why Porto Santo?
Porto Santo, the golden island
Porto Santo is the perfect companion to a trip to Madeira. Where Madeira is lush, green and action packed, Porto Santo is eternally laid back and uncrowded with the perfect stretches of golden, sandy beaches that Madeira is missing. If you are looking for a quiet escape from everything then Porto Santo is the perfect quick break for you, and here is everything that you need to know to plan your visit.
Must Go
My favorite places in Porto Santo
Beach
Covering most of the southern side of the island with various points marked at Calheta, Fontinha, Cabeco da Ponta, Ribeiro Cochinho and Ribeiro Salgado, the beach is one nine kilometre long, golden sanded stretch of absolute paradise, and unlike most of the other so called ‘best beaches of Europe’, there are no crowds!
Adress:
Vila Baleira
What I like about it
Porto Santo quite simply has one of the best beaches in Europe!
Porto Santo Pier
The islands capital of 5000 residents, Vila Baleira, feels more like a small seaside town than it is a capital, but has an infinite charm that cannot be understated, with tree lined streets, the Infante Gardens the picturesque main square Largo do Pelourinho and views of the beach never far away making exploring the town a pleasant way to spend a sunny afternoon
Adress:
Cais do Porto Santo, 9400
What I like about it
The calm walk around Vila Baleira and the view over the beach
Portela Viewpoint
Given it is such a relatively small island and easy to get around in a day, it isn’t hard to find viewing points to look over the entire spectacular coastline. Porto Santo has some fantastic hiking routes and with rewards like this it is easy to see why they are so rewarding.
Adress:
Est. Carlos P. Vasconcelos Santo, Portela
What I like about it
Incredible view over the beach
Gallery
My photos from Porto Santo
