Photo of Barreto Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Barreto Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Photo of Barreto Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

6.6

Good

Barreto Beach

Praia do Barreto

Barreto, Brazil

#357 out of 375 in Rio de Janeiro

6.6

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Macae • 6.7 km

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About

Barreto Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 357th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 164.4 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Macae settlement, just 6.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Barreto Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. 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 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 Parada do Lanche, which has a rating of 6.8.

Barreto Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Macae, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

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.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

5.8 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Macae • 6.7 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

4.2km

Parada do Lanche Beach Parada do Lanche Beach

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Imbetiba Beach Imbetiba Beach

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Pecado Beach Pecado Beach

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Pedrinhas Beach Pedrinhas Beach

7.8 Very good

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Carapebus Beach Carapebus Beach

7.2 Good

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Mar do Norte Beach Mar do Norte Beach

7.8 Very good

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Family Beach Family Beach

7.6 Very good

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Aveloz Beach Aveloz Beach

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Macae • 6.7km

Main locality of province

Rio de Janeiro • 164.4km

Transport

Airport

MEA • 3.3km

Bus Station

Terminal Rodoviário de Rio das Ostras • 25.6km

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Average Reviews rating

6.6 Good

Alex Deoliveira

8 Very good

Calm and quiet.

Maiki Mendes

2 Very poor

A prefeitura de Macaé deveria ir mais para esse local ... investir no quebra mar igual fizeram na imbetiba, infraestrutura de calçada seria ótimo... além de desafogar a quantidade de banhistas nas outras principais praias....

Wolf Duk

6 Pleasant

Praia vazia embora muito boa

Piekson Marenco

10 Exceptional

Muito bom e tranquilo

semcopyright musics

10 Exceptional

Meu lugar preferido meu barretinho Futuramente eu queria daí vou deixar essa praia frequentada em nome de Deus abrir um comércio Maneiro aí na indústria de tabacaria e bar comidas etc. Eu e um amigo uma vez conseguimos uma página chamar atenção da prefeitura para limpar hoje em dia não moro mais aí meu amigo está ocupado mas pretendo voltar e melhorar essa área de lazer nossa

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Barreto Beach?

The coastline of Barreto Beach 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 Barreto Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Barreto Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Barreto Beach good for swimming?

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

The waves in the Barreto Beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Barreto Beach 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 gentle.

Is the Barreto Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Barreto Beach 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 occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Barreto Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Barreto Beach.

How far is the Barreto Beach from parking?

The Barreto Beach 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 Barreto Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Barreto Beach is January. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 24°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Barreto Beach (Rio de Janeiro) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Barreto Beach (Rio de Janeiro) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.