{"id":716,"date":"2023-03-28T03:01:09","date_gmt":"2023-03-28T03:01:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/likefloripa.com\/?p=716"},"modified":"2026-02-04T21:45:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T00:45:47","slug":"praia-da-ponta-das-canas-norte-da-ilha","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.likefloripa.com.br\/en\/praia-da-ponta-das-canas-norte-da-ilha\/","title":{"rendered":"Ponta das Canas beach, north of the island"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ponta das Canas Beach is located in the north of the island of Santa Catarina, in Florian\u00f3polis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is located between the beaches of Lagoinha\/Brava and Cachoeira do Bom Jesus<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It's a beach reminiscent of a traditional fishing colony, with clear waters and a long, narrow strip of sand surrounded by mountains and native vegetation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The area also has a number of restaurants, bars and stores, offering visitors a wide variety of dining options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beach is about 950 meters long, with varying widths, allowing families to find a good place to relax and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The sea at Ponta das Canas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The sea at this beach is known for its gentle, calm waves and warm waters, making it ideal for water sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So if you're looking for a place to practice sports such as stand-up paddle, kayaking and swimming, Ponta das Canas is the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sand is yellowish to ivory, very good for walking barefoot, and along the sea and the beach you'll find boats, as it's a protected area and a fishermen's corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Normally, small waves break calmly on the beach, but strong storms are recorded every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The water temperature in summer is usually around 21\/23\u00baC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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History of Ponta das Canas beach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ponta das Canas Beach was originally inhabited by the Carij\u00f3s Indians before the arrival of the European colonizers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These indigenous peoples were born fishermen and hunters who lived by fishing and gathering fruit and plants in the region of present-day Florian\u00f3polis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the arrival of the Portuguese colonizers, the region underwent major transformations, including the exploitation of brazilwood and the introduction of agriculture and cattle breeding. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the colonial period, Ponta das Canas Beach was used as a base for whaling, an activity that lasted until the beginning of the 20th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the beginning of the 20th century, the beach began to attract tourists, especially because of the natural beauty of the area, with its crystal-clear waters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the 1950s, under the orders of Mayor Paulo Fontes, the first dirt road was built. Until then, the main houses were around the church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, it was during the 1960s and 1970s that Ponta das Canas Beach became a popular destination for vacationers and water sports enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ponta das Canas beach region is inhabited by a local community that preserves its culture and traditions, such as artisanal fishing with open-air boatyards, cuisine and the production of handicrafts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Aerial photo of Ponta das Canas. Floripa Real Estate<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Legend of the Queen of the Waves<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to local legend, Ponta das Canas beach is ruled by the Queen of the Waves, a mythical mermaid who lives in the depths of the sea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Queen of the Waves is believed to be responsible for the beach's strong and dangerous waves, which can be treacherous for unwary bathers and fishermen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to get to Ponta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ponta beach, as it is also affectionately called by the locals, is 33 kilometers from the city center. It can be reached via Avenida Beira-Mar Norte, up the CIC elevated road, along Avenida da Saudade until you reach the SC-401 highway. This highway connects the city center to the beaches of the north of the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow the highway straight until you reach Canasvieiras beach. Follow the signs to Avenida Luiz Boiteux Piazza, the route is usually well signposted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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By car<\/strong>
Ponta das Canas beach is in the north of Florian\u00f3polis Island, 33 km from the bridge and the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Just follow the signs to the north of the island and take the SC-401 to Canasvieiras beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you arrive at Sapiens Parque, take Avenida Luiz Boiteux Piazza until you reach the beach on Rua Deputado Fernando Viegas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buses<\/strong>
For those arriving by bus in Florian\u00f3polis, you should go to the Terminal Integrado do Centro (Ticen), which is 400m from the bus station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go to platform C, where the urban buses leave for the Canasvieiras Integrated Terminal (Tican).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you get to Tican, you have to take another bus, such as Ponta das Canas or Praia Brava. You don't have to pay for a ticket again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Uber or Taxi<\/strong>
Uber or a similar service to Ponta das Canas costs around R$ 120 from the airport and R$ 90 from the bus station. It depends on the day and the offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Video Ponta das Canas Beach <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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