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Praia do Cego

Beach camping

/ 10 Pleasant

#84 out of 89
in Rio Grande do Sul

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Praia do Cego is located on the Guaiba river and it is in the 84th place out of 89 beaches in the Rio Grande do Sul region 25.8 km away from its center, the city of Porto Alegre. It is one of the beaches of Itapua settlement, just 11 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a straight coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Praia do Cego coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

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Historical

+21 ^oC +19 ^oC

Air temperature

5.7 M/S

Wind

+22 ^oC

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Itapua, Rio Grande do Sul,

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Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

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1/10

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Praia do Cego is located in Rio Grande do Sul within Itapua, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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"The beach is not easily reachable, but there are caretakers present at the location."

Nathanial Kline TL

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Photo of Praia do Cego with turquoise water surface

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"The beach is not easily reachable, but there are caretakers present at the location."

Nathanial Kline TL

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - low, mostly locals
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Praia do Cego. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Praia do Cego implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

POA• 28.4km
Terminal Rodoviário...• 91.4km

Localities

Itapua• 11km
Porto Alegre• 25.8km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Praia do Cego?

The coastline of Praia do Cego is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Praia do Cego?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia do Cego, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Praia do Cego good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Praia do Cego is fully protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia do Cego for swimming is very positive.

Is the Praia do Cego good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Praia do Cego secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Praia do Cego is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Praia do Cego?

Praia do Cego can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers (tent)

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia do Cego?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia do Cego.

How far is the Praia do Cego from parking?

The Praia do Cego has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia do Cego?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia do Cego is January. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 16°C and water 16°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Praia do Cego (Rio Grande do Sul) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Praia do Cego (Rio Grande do Sul) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.