One of the easiest tricks to save money on holidays that scientists don’t want you to know about is drinking tap water instead of buying it bottled. Though this trick is sadly not available everywhere, as tap water is simply not safe to drink in some places. Hence why we decided to dedicate today’s post to examining whether you can safely drink tap water in Madeira.
Can you drink tap water in Madeira?
According to information available on Portuguese government websites, tap water in Madeira is perfectly drinkable. It is true that some islanders avoid drinking tap water, saying it is not of the best quality. This problem can be easily solved by purchasing special water filters, which will improve both the quality and the taste of tap water.
So yes, you can rest easy, you can save money. Further, most popular sectors of the island have special faucets from which you can draw at any point. Madeira’s tap water is, according to EU standards, one of the safest in the whole of Europe, thanks to the very well-developed water supply network.
Where does tap water come from in Madeira?
Where does Madeira get their tap water? It’s supplied from underground springs located in the mountains. These are supplied all year round by rainfall.
In short, yes, you have nothing to worry about in regards to tap water in Madeira. The nearby Porto Santo has a similar situation, with government information stating that its waters are also desalinated and perfectly drinkable. If the taste of tap water doesn’t sit right with you, you can always get a water filter.
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