Câmara de Lobos is a picturesque fishing town where Winston Churchill spent his holidays. You can find his statue in the harbour by the canvas.
To soak up the true atmosphere of the town, head here later in the afternoon, fishing boats are parked in the bay and fishermen play cards in the harbour. The idyllic atmosphere of the town is enhanced by the vineyards scattered along the steep hillsides, with winding paths weaving between them and offering beautiful views.
Accommodation
The town of Câmara de Lobos is a prime location for quiet accommodation within easy reach of the capital, Funchal (7km).
The town's assets are especially the family apartments with spectacular ocean views. Prices are approximately between 40 eur and 55 eur per night for 2. See for example the beautiful Casa de Cal apartment or Villas Quinta de Lapa.
How to get there
Parking in town is charged wherever blue lines are painted. You'll pay around 0,80 eur for an hour of parking.
Most Rodoeste buses run from Funchal to Câmara de Lobos about 4-5 times an hour on weekdays and 2-3 times an hour at weekends, continuing on to the west of Madeira. A ticket to Funchal costs 2,20 eur.
Detailed information can be found on the rodoeste.pt website.
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