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Madeira Surf Spot Matcher
Filter every Madeira surf spot by skill level and wave type. Nine spots across the island — from sandy beach breaks to world-class point breaks.
Showing 9 of 9 spots.
Porto da Cruz (Alagoa & Maiata)
Beginner-Intermediate · Beach break (black volcanic sand)
Hosts regional championships; established surf community + multiple schools.
See spot details →Machico
Beginner-Intermediate
See spot details →Seixal
Beginner-Intermediate · Jetty-created lefts
Crowd: Low
See spot details →Madalena do Mar
Intermediate · Reef break right
Crowd: Low-Moderate
See spot details →Fajã da Areia
Beginner-Intermediate · Beach break
See spot details →Jardim do Mar
Advanced-Expert · Right point break
Best swell: NW 4-20ft
Crowd: Moderate (international)
Hazards: Shallow reef, rocks, strong currents
Cult spot for international surfers; world-class status.
See spot details →Paul do Mar
Advanced-Expert · Boulder point break
Best swell: W 4-12ft
Hazards: Rocky seabed, powerful waves
See spot details →Ponta Pequena
Intermediate-Advanced · Right point break
Crowd: Very Low (hidden)
See spot details →Ribeira da Janela
Advanced · Left point break
Best swell: NW 4-15ft
Crowd: Very Low
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