A coastal hideaway in Madeira
The pretty fishing village of Canical, flanked by the Atlantic Ocean and verdant hills, offers a scenic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. On the southeastern tip of Madeira, around 20 kilometres from the capital Funchal, Canical is famed for its sandy beaches and astonishing natural scenery.
Canical holidays are an adrenaline-lover’s dream – have a go water sports with everything from kayaking to snorkelling and scuba diving on offer. The beaches are some of the most celebrated on the island, and the seawater pools are perfect for the whole family to take a dip. Set in one of Madeira’s oldest parishes, Canical and its quaint fishing harbour, have strong maritime traditions.Visit some of Canical’s delicious fish restaurants to try specialties such as black scabbard fish and ‘caramujos’ – sea snails. Finding things to see and do on holidays to Canical is easy. The hard part? You won’t ever want to go home.
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