The medals will be awarded in 152 events at the Complexo Olimpico de Piscinas da Penteada, where action is due to take place from April 30 to May 7.

It is claimed the medals fit into the overall look of the event, in order to create harmony between all the elements that will be part of the competition on the Portuguese island.

They feature shapes cut into the metal surface, which are said to mirror Madeira’s landscape.

"The design comes from the geometrical and irregular shapes of Madeira’s mountains, with deep valleys running to the extensive coast through the highest peaks and cliffs," said designer Barbara Oliveira.

"Our concept for the medals reflects the modernity and tradition of Funchal; a concept, full of energy with a dynamic design."

The logo of the Championships is also printed onto the front of the medal and the lanyard carries the yellow, red and green colours that will characterise Funchal 2016.

The reverse of the medals includes the IPC Swimming logo with "IPC Swimming" also printed in braille.

More than 450 swimmers from over 50 countries are set to compete at the Championships, which is also open to non-European nations in a bid to maximise qualification opportunities for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.

The Complexo Olimpico de Piscinas da Penteada aquatics centre, which was opened in 2004, boasts an Olympic-size competition pool, as well as a diving and a training pool.

Competition in Funchal was originally due to be held from May 15 to 21 but was moved due to a clash with the European Aquatics Championships in London, which will be held at the Aquatics Centre on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park between May 9 and 22.

Tickets for Funchal 2016 are free and can be downloaded at the event website by clicking here.