São Lourenço do Sul

Praia da Barrinha

Good for Relax

7.8

/ 10 Very good

#10 out of 89
in Rio Grande do Sul

About

Praia da Barrinha is located on the Patos lagoon and it is in the 10th place out of 89 beaches in the Rio Grande do Sul region 163.3 km away from its center, the city of Porto Alegre. It is one of the beaches of Sao Lourenco do Sul settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal 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 partially crowded during the high season.

Praia da Barrinha coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

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

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia das Nereidas, which has a rating of 7.3.

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+20 ^oC +15 ^oC

Air temperature

5.4 M/S

Wind

+19 ^oC

Water temperature

0.3 M

Wave height

Sao Lourenco do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul,

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Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Frustrating

3.7/10

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Praia da Barrinha is located in Rio Grande do Sul within Sao Lourenco do Sul, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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What to do in Praia da Barrinha? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Praia da Barrinha welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Transport Localities

Transport

SQY• 9 min walk

Localities

Sao Lourenco do Sul• 1.9km
Porto Alegre• 163.3km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Praia da Barrinha?

The coastline of Praia da Barrinha is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Praia da Barrinha?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia da Barrinha, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Praia da Barrinha is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing

Is the Praia da Barrinha good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Praia da Barrinha is partially protected from waves.

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

Is the Praia da Barrinha good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Praia da Barrinha secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Praia da Barrinha is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia da Barrinha?

The bar is located right on the Praia da Barrinha.

How far is the Praia da Barrinha from parking?

The Praia da Barrinha 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 da Barrinha?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia da Barrinha is January. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 25°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 15°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.