On the north coast Porto Moniz and Ponta Delgada swimming pools were awarded the blue flag for 2019.
Porto Moniz – Volcanic Rock Pools
The Porto Moniz volcanic rock pools provide a safe means of sea bathing for the whole family. The volcanic rock provides a natural means of enclosing the bathing area from the sea. The water is crystal clear, being renewed with the tides. In a Guardian newspaper article, the lava pools were listed as one of the top ten seawater swimming pools in Europe.
Guardian article about Porto Moniz lava pools
Facilities
Changing Rooms
Toilets
Showers
Locker Facilites
Wheel chair friendly
Umbrellas and loungers for hire
Café
Charge
€1.50 – Adults
€1.00 – Children (3 years or younger for free)
Entrance Times
Summer – 9am to 8pm
Winter – 9am to 5pm
Other Ameninities in Porto Moniz
Porto Moniz has several restaurants and bars. It also has an aquarium.
Ponta Delgada
The Ponta Delgada swimming pools (main pool and childrens’ pool) provide a safe sea water swimming option, with all the facilities.
Facilities
Changing Rooms
Toilets
Showers
Locker Facilites
Umbrellas and loungers for hire
Café
Charge
€1.50 – Adults
€1.00 – Children (3 years or younger for free)
Entrance Times
Summer – 9am to 8pm
Winter – 9am to 5pm
Other Ameninities in Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada has a hotel, two restaurants, tearooms, etc.
Porto da Cruz
The Porta da Cruz swimming pools (main pool and childrens’ pool) provide a safe sea water swimming option, with all the facilities.
Facilities
Changing Rooms
Toilets
Showers
Locker Facilites
Umbrellas and loungers for hire
Café
Charge
€1.50 – Adults
€1.00 – Children (3 years or younger for free)
Entrance Times
Summer – 9am to 8pm
Winter – 9am to 5pm
Other Amenities in Porta da Cruz
The rum factory and shop, Engenhos do Norte, is located in Porta do Cruz and is open for visits.
