Ponta do Sol

Ponta do Sol, aka "the point of the sun", is officially the sunniest spot on the island. Seriously, even the sun gets sunburned here. Clouds are so rare that they are treated like celebrities when they deign to pass by.

The town has it all: a seafront nestled in a large cove, charming old buildings such as the vintage cinema (where your grandparents used to go on dates), and the quays of the old harbour, which has seen more fish than you will ever eat. Even the new buildings have agreed to respect the retro look, just to stay in harmony – no architectural rebels here!

To keep yourself busy, dive into the sea and soak up the sun on a pebble beach. Yes, pebbles: remember to bring your mattress if you'd rather avoid the "hot stone" massage made in nature.

Fancy a free shower? No problem, just step under the waterfall that cascades onto the coastal road – Madeira's natural spa.

Hikers, don't worry, you can walk along the Levadas do Moinho and Nova, enjoying breathtaking views (be careful not to take your breath away).

Finally, stroll through the charming, flower-filled streets of Ponta do Sol, stop at a small restaurant or bar to taste the famous "poncha" – a local drink which, be warned, has quite a kick! And why not do a little shopping? Because, let's be honest, no holiday is complete without bringing back a little something, even if it's just a postcard to make your
friends jealous.

Enjoy this holiday home rental in Madeira with a swimming pool.

What to do in Madeira? The must-sees

The Madeira archipelago has been voted the best island destination in Europe and the world for several years running.
It is known as "the island of flowers" and "the black pearl of the Atlantic".
"The Island of Flowers": it is adorned with a multitude of flowers in all seasons, especially in spring: agapanthus, hydrangeas, birds of paradise, broom, Gabon tulip trees, bougainvillea, hibiscus, flamboyant trees, jacarandas, frangipani trees, etc.
"The black pearl of the Atlantic": it is a privileged location in a warm current of the Atlantic Ocean. Black because it is a volcanic resurgence. It retains an imposing mountain range, a diversity of fabulous landscapes, and beaches of sand or black pebbles.
The surrounding water is crystal clear, varying from ultramarine blue to turquoise.
Its geographical location makes it a subtropical island with pleasant air and water temperatures all year round, enjoying eternal spring.
The Portuguese island offers a warm welcome from its inhabitants, its traditions and festive spirit, excellent cuisine, regional products, and sports and leisure activities on land, in the air or in the ocean.
In this blog, throughout the articles, you will discover what there is to do in Madeira.
Alongside the floeca.com website, where you can visit and book our houses, this blog allows you to discover Madeira in more detail and follow the latest news.

Where to stay in Madeira for hiking and sightseeing?

Ponta do Sol is ideally located to achieve this.