Madeira Surf Spots

Premier beginner spot featuring Alagoa and Maiata black sand beaches. Home to multiple surf schools and the established Porto da Cruz surf community. Sandy bottom provides forgiving conditions for learning.

Protected beach break in Madeira's historical discovery city. Excellent infrastructure and family-friendly conditions make this ideal for absolute beginners.

Artificial jetty creates consistent left-handers in a stunning north coast setting. Lower crowds and forgiving conditions perfect for progression.

Intermediate-friendly reef break perfect for surfers progressing beyond beach breaks. More forgiving than advanced reef breaks while providing quality walls.

Hidden gem requiring 20-minute boulder walk or boat access. Long rides with very low crowds reward the effort of reaching this quality right point.

Rare left point break on Madeira's north coast. Long, challenging waves beneath dramatic cliffs. Difficult access keeps this spot for dedicated surfers only.

Cult surf spot known internationally for world-class right point breaks. Powerful, consistent waves break over shallow volcanic reef, attracting top surfers globally.

Expert boulder point break delivering constant, big, tubular waves with perfect cylinders. Located in a traditional fishing village with year-round sunshine.