FORTALEZA TRAIL

To the island's largest historic monument

Location:Nova Brasília
Difficulty:Light
Duration:2 hours (round trip)
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ABOUT

The Fortaleza Trail leads to the only 18th-century military monument in Paraná. It's 3.7 km of flat trail from Nova Brasília, passing through the Istmo and following the coast to Fortaleza village. The trail is easy, with no climbs, and can be done in flip-flops. A longer (4 km) and more beautiful alternative is along the beach, but only possible at low tide. At the destination, Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres and Praia da Fortaleza (4 km of extension) make the effort worthwhile.

✨ HIGHLIGHTS

  • Flat trail — no climbs
  • Passes through the Istmo (Passa-Passa)
  • Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres at the end
  • Praia da Fortaleza — 4 km of extension
  • Can go by bike (15 min)

💡 TIPS

  • The inland trail is shorter (3.7km); the beach one is more beautiful (4km)
  • Beach access only at low tide
  • Bring water — no infrastructure along the way
  • Combine with boat return (R$15-25) to rest
  • The boat to Fortaleza takes 10 min and costs R$15-25

INFORMATION

VillageNova Brasília
DifficultyLight
Duration2 hours (round trip)
Distance3.7 km (7.4 km round trip)
Best seasonYear-round (low tide for beach access)