SANTO ANTÓNIO DA SERRA
(PARISH OF SANTA CRUZ MUNICIPALITY)
32°40′20″N 16°48′20″W
Santo António da Serra is a parish of Santa Cruz municipality, with an area of 14.77 km² and 822 inhabitants (2021). Its population density is 55.7 inhabitants/km². It is located at latitude 32.71667 (32°43') North and longitude 16.81667 (16°49') West. A road that connects it to Machico, Santa Cruz, Funchal, and Santana via Poiso. The main activity is agriculture.
Santo António da Serra is the only parish in the country, divided between two municipalities, Santa Cruz and Machico.
This parish has a primary school, a health center, a sports hall, a church, a fairground, and a square, which constitutes the center of the parish (a landmark in the separation between the municipalities of Santa Cruz and Machico). It is a very popular parish in Madeira, especially on weekends. Many people go there to shop and enjoy a well-spent afternoon. Another attraction of this parish is the Golf Course, the site of numerous national and international tournaments.
In September, the Sidra festival takes place in this parish, a drink typical of this area and very popular in Madeira.
The parish's Patron Saint is Saint Anthony, whose feast is in June.
Small settlements
João Frino; Pereira; Madre d´Água; Curral Velho; Ribeira de João Gonçalves; Achada do Barro
Characterized by its romantic atmosphere, the small parish of Santo da Serra, in Madeira, is one of the island's most special places, dominated by the exuberant presence of Nature. A must on any visit to Madeira's east coast.
Located on a high plateau - to reach the center of the parish you have to climb to an altitude of 700m, Santo da Serra enjoys a position overlooking Machico and Santa Cruz. Its imposing mountainous landscapes, dotted with abundant and exotic vegetation, offer an entire surrounding of beauty to which it is hard to remain indifferent.
The Quinta da Junta, a superb leisure area located in the town center, and of course, the famous, world-class Santo da Serra Golf Club, designed by architect Robert Trent Jones Senior, which is the stage for the Madeira Island Open.
Quinta do Santo da Serra
32.724147, -16.818367
Located in the parish of Santo António da Serra, Quinta do Santo da Serra is a public park with a large green area. This is a superb recreational area on Madeira's east coast, much appreciated by the island's families, school population and visitors to this region.
The Quinta do Santo da Serra was built in the 19th century by the Blandy family. Designed according to the English colonial style, it was acquired in 1975 by the now-extinct Junta Geral do Distrito Autónomo da Madeira. From then on, its name was changed to 'Quinta da Junta' and it became the official holiday residence of the President of the Regional Government.
Today, it is a public leisure and recreation space, with various attractions. At Quinta do Santo da Serra you can find animals such as peacocks, fallow deer, and Garrano horses, a mini-golf course and a tennis court, a picnic park or a viewpoint overlooking the municipality of Machico, Ponta de São Lourenço, and even the island of Porto Santo.
You can also admire its rich flora, which includes exotic species such as azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias.
SANTO DA SERRA GOLF CLUB
32.721907, -16.803858
Although the history of this course takes us back to 1937, when it was inaugurated, it was in 1991 that it was transformed into what we know today, when it was redesigned by the famous architect Robert Trent Jones Senior.
Since then, the Santo da Serra Golf Club has been recognised as one of the most extraordinary courses in Europe.
A short distance from the city of Funchal and less than 15 minutes from the Madeira International Airport, this golf course offers a wide view over the Machico bay.
Here, players have access to exuberant natural settings, marked by the unavoidable presence of the Atlantic Ocean and green mountains.
With 9003 metres and 27 holes, all characterised by generous fairways and greens, you will find various levels of difficulty at Santo da Serra Golf Club, for both relaxed matches and more attractive challenges.
It is, therefore, the perfect place for beginners and professionals alike - it is no coincidence that it hosted the Madeira Island Open, part of the European PGA Tour.
Playing in what is truly a botanical garden, with its rich flora and four lakes, is an experience filled with refinement, serenity and fun.
Details
Santo da Serra Golf Club is a 27-hole, 9003 metres course. It provides an unrivalled playing experience, with excellent conditions and green surroundings.
PARISH CHURCH OF
SANTO ANTONIO DA SERRA
(P) 32.724347, -16.819236
The Igreja Matriz de Santo Antônio da Serra was built on the site where there was a 16th-century chapel. Later it was transformed into a parish church, and the changes to it ended in 1857. This church was dedicated to Saint Anthony and is associated with some legends. The feast of Saint Antonio is celebrated on the Sunday following June 13th (St. Antonio's Day). The church is known for its famous tiles. As well as the famous painting of the parish's patron saint, Saint Antonio.
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