Praia do Forte, in the north of the island, is one of the most popular and visited beaches in Florianópolis because of its history.

This resort is located between the beaches of Canasvieiras and Jurerê Internacional and has a Portuguese fortification built in 1740.

With its crystal-clear water and white sand, the beach is a true paradise for tourists and locals alike.

The sea at Praia do Forte

The sea at Praia do Forte is calm and tranquil, with few waves. Its water is clean and crystal clear, making it ideal for swimming, water sports such as stand up paddle, kayaking and even fishing. In addition, the beach is surrounded by a rich marine fauna, with various species of fish, crustaceans and molluscs.

Infrastructure Praia do Forte is well developed, with a good tourist infrastructure. There are kiosks along the beach offering drinks, snacks and meals, as well as toilets and showers. The beach also has lifeguards and is accessible to people with disabilities.

History of Praia do Forte

Praia do Forte has a charming, rich and interesting history that blends in with the history of the city.

During Brazil's colonial period, the region was used by the Portuguese as a place of defense against foreign invasions, mainly by the Spanish.

That's why, in 1740, a fortress was built which gave rise to the name of the beach, which is the Fortress of São José da Ponta Grossa.

This is undoubtedly one of the most important buildings in the history of Florianópolis and one of the region's main tourist attractions.

It is a star-shaped military structure with four bastions and is considered one of the best preserved in Brazil and a national historic monument.

The Fortress of São José da Ponta Grossa is a true historical and cultural treasure of Florianópolis, which deserves to be visited by all tourists and locals interested in learning about the history of the region.

Curiosities

An interesting fact about Praia do Forte is that it is known for being one of the safest beaches in Florianópolis, due to its calm sea and the constant presence of lifeguards. In addition, the beach is a true paradise for nature lovers, with a preserved area of Atlantic forest around it and a rich fauna and flora.

Another curiosity is that Praia do Forte, even with its calm sea, also attracts surfers, especially locals, because in the northernmost part of the beach the waves are more consistent on days with an easterly wind.

The beach is also popular with fishermen, who often use the area to catch mullet and other fish.

In short, Praia do Forte has a rich history and fascinating curiosities.

If you're looking for a quiet, safe beach with a good tourist infrastructure, Praia do Forte is an excellent choice.

How to get to Praia do Forte

Praia do Forte is 32 kilometers from downtown. It can be reached via Avenida Beira-Mar Norte, going up the CIC elevated road, following Avenida da Saudade until you reach the SC-401 (José Carlos Daux) highway. This highway connects the city center to the beaches of the north of the island.

Follow the highway straight until you reach the Jurerê Viaduct. Follow the signs, the route is usually well signposted.

By car
Praia do Forte is in the north of Florianópolis Island, 32 km from the bridge and the center.

Once over the bridge, stay in one of the two right-hand lanes, heading towards Avenida Beira Mar and Norte da Ilha.

Just follow the signs to the north of the island and take the SC-401 to the Jurerê viaduct, where you should take the Rodovia Jornalista Maurício Sirotski Sobrinho to Rod. Francisco Arcanjo Grillo in Jurerê Internacional.

Turn right onto Av. das Lagostas. Then turn left onto Av. dos Búzios until Serv. José Cardoso de Oliveira.

Go up the hill to the left and follow it to the beach. Beware of vehicles coming from the opposite direction, as the road is narrow.

Buses
For those arriving by bus in Florianópolis, you should go to the Terminal Integrado do Centro (Ticen), which is 400m from the bus station.

Go to platform C, where the urban buses leave for the Santo Antônio Integrated Terminal (Tisan).

When you get to the Tisan, take another bus from Jurerê and get off at the final stop. You don't have to pay for a ticket again.

Unfortunately, on this route, you have to walk uphill or stay on Jurerê Internacional beach.

Uber or Taxi
Uber or a similar service to Praia do Forte costs around R$ 100 from the airport and R$ 70 from the bus station. It depends on the day and the offer.