Madalena is a Portuguese parish in the municipality of Vila Nova de Gaia.

Famous for its beaches, the parish makes border with the Atlantic Ocean and only a couple of miles close to Rio Douro.

Due to its geographical location, the inhabitants can enjoy considerable sunshine duration all year with warm weather.

It is a historical place over 800 years old with deep agricultural traditions and fishing practices.

[2] Notícias da Madalena is a free, quarterly regional newspaper that informs readers of the goings-on in Madalena.