Beach Campout Sparks Outrage

Forbidden Zone Occupied Overnight

A solitary camper’s decision to pitch a tent in a prohibited area on Funchal’s Beach Formosa has drawn criticism from beachgoers who discovered the unauthorized overnight stay.

Disregard for Rules

An individual chose to make camp in the forbidden zone of Beach Formosa, spending the night under the stars much to the dismay of local walkers.

“Lack of Civility”

One displeased visitor, who preferred to remain anonymous, expressed frustration, stating, “We strolled at Promenade da Praia Formosa and went to the tunnel that goes to Cavacas Docks. When we returned everything was already closed to sleep,” describing the action as a “lack of civility.”

This incident highlights a growing trend of public space misuse. For instance, a recent study by Keep Britain Tidy found a 12% increase in littering incidents in UK public parks over the last year, indicating a broader issue of public space disrespect (