Prainha da Barra da Lagoa is a beach located next to the famous Praia da Barra, in the eastern region of the island of Santa Catarina, in Florianópolis.

It is also known as Prainha do Leste and is only 60 meters long. It is very popular with locals and tourists alike.

Access is via a trail that starts in Barra da Lagoa, passing over the Canal da Barra bridge, and can then reach Galheta beach.

The sea at Prainha da Barra

The sea is calm and crystal clear, making it ideal for swimming and activities such as stand-up paddle, surfing and kayaking.

The beach has a small strip of fine white sand, surrounded by rocks and native vegetation, making it an open-air paradise.

Because of its beauty and tranquillity, Prainha da Barra da Lagoa is a great option for those who want to get away from the busier beaches.

Barra da Lagoa Beach infrastructure

The beach infrastructure is simple, with just a few kiosks serving drinks and snacks.

There is no parking lot nearby, so the ideal is to leave the car in Barra da Lagoa and follow the trail to the beach.

History of Prainha da Barra

As far as history is concerned, Prainha da Barra da Lagoa is a place that dates back to the days of the sambaqui man, who inhabited the region more than four thousand years ago.

In the past, this beach was used by these peoples as a fishing and shellfish-gathering spot.

Prainha Trail

The trail that leads to Prainha da Barra da Lagoa is also a separate attraction, passing through stretches of preserved Atlantic forest and offering stunning views of the sea, the simple community and the local beaches.

This beach resort is halfway to the natural pools of Barra.

Curiosities about this beach

Among the curiosities of Prainha da Barra da Lagoa is the legend that the beach is inhabited by mystical beings who guard the region's treasures and secrets.

Some locals claim to have spotted these creatures on full moon nights, adding a bit of mystery to the place.

In short, Prainha da Barra da Lagoa is a small but charming beach with impressive natural beauty.

Accessed by footpath and without much infrastructure, it is an option for those seeking tranquillity and contact with nature in Florianópolis.

In addition, the beach has a history rich in culture and tradition, being an important place for the people who inhabited the region thousands of years ago.

How to get to Prainha da Barra da Lagoa

To get to Barra da Lagoa beach, which is 25 kilometers from the center, access is via Avenida Beira-Mar Norte.

The best route is through the Itacorubi and Lagoa da Conceição neighborhoods.

Follow the signs, the route is usually well signposted.

By car
Barra da Lagoa beach is in the east of Florianópolis Island, 25 km from the bridge and the center.

When you reach the Pedro Ivo bridge, stay in one of the two right-hand lanes, heading towards Avenida Beira Mar and Avenida da Saudade.

Just follow the signs towards Lagoa and take Rodovia Admar Gonzaga, followed by Av. Afonso Delambert Neto and Av. Rendeiras and Jornalista Manoel de Menezes.

It then passes through R. Altamiro Barcelos Dutra, R. Orlando Chapim and R. Amaro Coelho.

Once you reach the Barra da Lagoa jetty, you have to walk across the Canal da Barra bridge and follow the trail.

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 Lagoa Integrated Terminal (Tilag).

When you get to Tilag, you have to take another bus to Barra beach. You don't have to pay for a ticket again.

Uber, 99 or Taxi
Uber or a similar service to Barra da Lagoa beach can cost around R$ 120 from the airport and R$ 90 from the bus station.

The cost of transportation depends on the day, time and service offered.

It's important to note that the car can't reach this little beach, so you have to walk part of the way.