Madalena do Mar

Madeira


Wedged into the mouth of an impossibly deep creek, tiny Madalena do Mar has a long stony beach and a quiet, undisturbed atmosphere that feels a long way from Funchal.


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1. Ponta do Sol

2.43 MILES

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2. Praia da Calheta

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3. Engenhos da Calheta

2.86 MILES

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4. Mudas Museu

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5. Rabaçal

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6. Igreja de São Bento

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7. Museu Etnográfico da Madeira

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8. Bica da Cana

6.02 MILES

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