Porto Santo
Place of Interest
From the islands of the Madeira Archipelago, Porto Santo was the first one to be discovered and is the smallest inhabited island.
Closer to Africa than Europe, it has become a paradise for beach lovers: golden sand, calm, clear waters and a mild climate all year round. In addition to extraordinary landscapes and natural resources, Porto Santo offers you contact with hospitable people, health and well-being. In this context, visit Miradouro das Flores, Ponta da Calheta and Paços do Concelho, in this municipality created in 1835.
If you like physical activity, go hiking on an island that exudes tranquillity. If your focus is on history and culture, visit Casa Museu Colombo. Are you admired? Yes, Columbus lived in Porto Santo for two years after marrying one of the discoverers' granddaughters of the first archipelago island, Bartolomeu Perestrelo. Discover miniatures of Columbus' ships, as well as other interesting facts.
