Holidays in Sao Vicente, Madeira

To the north of the island of Madeira lies São Vicente, a coastal village that has progressed with time into a sheltered holiday destination.

A São Vincente holiday has broad appeal. The sandy beaches attract families with young children. They are rarely overcrowded and privacy is easily found. Baia das Gatas is a lagoon in the northeast and is the safest beach for swimmers. The lagoon forms a natural swimming pool that is calm and sheltered. Couples come to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and the delightful small towns and villages. São Vicente holidays also attract watersport enthusiasts who find the Atlantic Ocean offers perfect conditions for surfing and sailing.