Porto da Cruz
Madeira · Portugal
Beach break of pebblesgood for intermediates and advanced surfersboard rental nearby
North-east coast, catches N–NE swell, there's a school. Best wind — SW.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break of pebbles |
|---|---|
| Good for | intermediates and advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | northeast |
| Working swell | from northwest — east |
| Coordinates | 32.771, -16.829 |
FAQ
Is Porto da Cruz good for beginners?
Porto da Cruz is a spot for intermediates and advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Porto da Cruz today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#madeira/porto-da-cruz. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Madeira
- Jardim do Mar — Right-hand point over boulders, advanced surfers
- Paul do Mar — surf spot, advanced surfers
- Seixal — Beach break of black sand, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Ponta Delgada — Right-hand reef over boulders, intermediates and advanced surfers