Ribeira Brava is a small tourist and holiday town in Madeira. It is situated between the steep mountain slopes and the ocean, in a picturesque bay sheltered from the winds. Such a location is conducive to peaceful relaxation, also with children.
The city was founded shortly after the colonization of Madeira by the Portuguese. In the center, there are many historic tiled houses with whitewashed walls. The most important monument is the 16th century Church of Our Lady of San Bento.
The center of the entertainment life of the village is concentrated on the pedestrian streets. Here you can find many restaurants and bars as well as small souvenir shops. The most important attraction of Ribeira Brava is the pebble and gravel beach, protected by a breakwater. It is well developed, and during the season, lifeguards are on duty.
The picturesque location in the bay of Ribeira Brava surrounded by mountains makes this place perfect for scenic trips. The most beautiful views are from the Encumeada viewpoint and viewpoint 32, both accessible by car or fairly on foot.
In the town itself, an interesting object is the Madeira Ethnographic Museum with exhibitions devoted to the life of the island's inhabitants. At the small port, you can also climb the rock with the Ribeira Brava lighthouse by a spiral staircase. There is a nice view of the coast from here.
