The beach of Machico village is separated in two parts:
The larger part is a pebble beach, with many waves, more reserved for surfers.
The second part of the beach is artificial, made of sand imported from Morocco. It is protected from the waves by a seawall (perfect for family bathing!), and ideal to relax and enjoy the view of the surrounding area, with the Pico do Fachos on the left.
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The beach is clean and equipped, and it is also supervised. Close to the airport, planes pass not far from this beach, about every hour. A little more intimate and close by: you can go to Caniçal to lounge on its small pebble beach.