About this Spot
A unique coastal crag in Funchal offering sport climbing, trad, and Madeira's only Deep Water Soloing (DWS/Psicobloc) spot! Located at the popular Praia Formosa beach and Doca do Cavacas, this crag combines climbing with the ocean. The DWS sector allows you to climb above the Atlantic — falling means a refreshing swim. The sport and trad sectors on the coastal cliffs offer ocean-view climbing accessible to most levels. Perfect for a climbing and beach day combo.
Highlights
Sectors
How to Get There
From Funchal, head west on the "Monumental Road", pass through Forum Madeira, until you reach a right turn that heads to "Praia Formosa". Find a parking spot, then choose the crag on the beach side.
Quick Info
- Region
- Funchal
- Rock Type
- Basalt (coastal)
- Orientation
- South
- Season
- Year-round (DWS best May–Oct)
- Level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Sport Routes
- 5
- Trad Routes
- 2
More Info & Topos
Need a Guide?
Book a guided climbing tour. Equipment included, all levels welcome.
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