Porto da Cruz is one of the parishes belonging to Machico municipality and is situated in the northern coast of Madeira Island.
Besides, this is the lasrgest parish in area, but the smallest in density.
It has about 3.500 inhabitants, in an area of 2,513 hectares.
In the centre of the parish a small hill can be seen with a charming house on top.
The main economic activities in the parish of Porto da Cruz include agriculture, trade and civil construction.
Porto da Cruz has a unique microclimate, with mild temperatures all year round. The climate is reflected in one of the ex libris of the parish: the American vine.