Câmara de Lobos Harbour

"The uniqueness of Câmara de Lobos Bay was immortalized by Winston Churchill on the day, in January 1950, when he sat at what was then called the Miradouro do Espírito Santo, facing the sea, and set up his easel and painted a picture he would never forget. A little over seventy years later, the landscape of Madeira has changed significantly, but the picturesque charm of this small cove has remained practically unchanged. It is no coincidence that all travel itineraries about the archipelago include a visit to Câmara de Lobos Bay... the feeling is that you are strolling through a small village by the sea, where the streets are dotted with cozy bars, souvenir shops, restaurants serving traditional delicacies and even a chapel... The beauty of this scenery is only enhanced by the colorful fishing boats, the famous “xavelhas” in Madeiran slang, undulating in the blue of the sea. Sweeten your visit with a traditional poncha or, if you’re feeling peckish, indulge in a plate of freshly caught fish. In any case, take in the unique landscape around you, knowing that you’re in one of the most authentic settings of everyday Madeiran life."