About
La capitale de Madeira enchante les visiteurs avec son climat printanier toute l'année, ses jardins botaniques luxuriants et son spectaculaire arrière-plan montagneux. Cette ville insulaire de l'Atlantique est célèbre pour ses promenades traditionnelles en luge, ses marchés colorés débordant de fleurs exotiques et de fruits tropicaux, et son excellent vin de Madeira. La vieille ville historique et la marina moderne créent un mélange parfait entre l'héritage portugais et la vie insulaire contemporaine.
Funchal is the capital of Madeira, the Portuguese island group in the Atlantic, and it sits on the island's southern coast in Europe. The city is set against a steep mountainous backdrop, with its streets climbing from the sea toward the green hills behind it.
What the visit offers
- A mild climate: the city is known for a spring-like climate through the year, which makes it a practical choice whatever the season.
- Botanical gardens: the gardens are among the city's best-known green spaces, and a natural place to slow down.
- Traditional toboggan rides: one of Funchal's distinctive experiences, linked to its hillside setting.
- Colourful markets: stalls filled with exotic flowers and tropical fruits give a lively sense of the island's produce.
- Madeira wine: the island's wine is a local speciality worth sampling.
Old town and marina
Funchal combines its historic old town with a modern marina. Wandering the older streets gives a sense of Portuguese heritage, while the waterfront shows a more contemporary side of the city. The two sit comfortably side by side, so a single day can move easily from history to the harbour.
Funchal suits visitors who want a city base with gardens, markets and mountain views close at hand, and an island setting that feels distinct from mainland Portugal.
