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Ponta dos Fachos Beach

Praia Ponta dos Fachos

Manguinhos, Brazil

#31 out of 119 in Espírito Santo

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located within the settlement

Serra • 14.5 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Praia Manguinhos

9.6 - Exceptional 50m

Restaurant Restaurante Pierrot da Praia

9.2 - Excellent 70m

Seafood Restaurant Moqueca do Geraldo

8.8 - Excellent 80m

Seafood Restaurant Restaurante Enseada Manguinhos

9 - Excellent 100m

Seafood Restaurant Maresias

9 - Excellent 120m

Seafood Restaurant Espaço Maria Mariana

9.2 - Excellent 150m

Pizza Restaurant Casa do Mestre

9.4 - Excellent 200m

Restaurant Mahara Restaurante

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Seafood Restaurant Restaurante Dona Nete

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Park Praça do Canarinho

1.7km

Park Praça do complexo de feu rosa

1.9km

Park Praça Vila Nova de Colares

2.5km

Hiking Area Píer da Praça Encontro das Águas

3.7km

Park Vale Botanical Park

8.4km

Park Centro Ecológico Projeto Caiman

8.6km

Supermarket Mercado Super Perto

1.2km

Supermarket NOSSA REDE SUPERMERCADOS

1.5km

Supermarket Supermercado Marilandia

1.7km

Supermarket Extrabom Supermercados - Feu Rosa

1.8km

Supermarket Nunes Supermercados

2.1km

Supermarket Supermercado Nunes - Bruno Miranda Nunes

2.3km

Supermarket Mercado Ideal Express

2.4km

Grocery Store Multishow Supermercados

2.5km

Supermarket Supermercado Rede Vix

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia Enseada

9 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Praia Da Chaleirinha

9.2 - Excellent 60m

Tourist Attraction Praia Ponta dos Fachos

9.4 - Excellent 60m

Tourist Attraction VILA DAS ARTES - GALERIAS DE ARTE - DESTINO/ATRATIVO ARTÍSTICO E TURÍSTICO NA SERRA

9.2 - Excellent 7.9km

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About

Ponta dos Fachos Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 31th place out of 119 beaches in the Espírito Santo region 20.2 km away from its center, the city of Vitoria. It is one of the beaches of Serra settlement, just 14.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Ponta dos Fachos Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Carapebus, which has a rating of 8.1.

Ponta dos Fachos Beach is located in Espírito Santo within Serra, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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.

Located within the settlement

Serra • 14.5 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Praia Manguinhos

9.6 - Exceptional 50m

Restaurant Restaurante Pierrot da Praia

9.2 - Excellent 70m

Seafood Restaurant Moqueca do Geraldo

8.8 - Excellent 80m

Seafood Restaurant Restaurante Enseada Manguinhos

9 - Excellent 100m

Seafood Restaurant Maresias

9 - Excellent 120m

Seafood Restaurant Espaço Maria Mariana

9.2 - Excellent 150m

Pizza Restaurant Casa do Mestre

9.4 - Excellent 200m

Restaurant Mahara Restaurante

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Seafood Restaurant Restaurante Dona Nete

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Park Praça do Canarinho

1.7km

Park Praça do complexo de feu rosa

1.9km

Park Praça Vila Nova de Colares

2.5km

Hiking Area Píer da Praça Encontro das Águas

3.7km

Park Vale Botanical Park

8.4km

Park Centro Ecológico Projeto Caiman

8.6km

Supermarket Mercado Super Perto

1.2km

Supermarket NOSSA REDE SUPERMERCADOS

1.5km

Supermarket Supermercado Marilandia

1.7km

Supermarket Extrabom Supermercados - Feu Rosa

1.8km

Supermarket Nunes Supermercados

2.1km

Supermarket Supermercado Nunes - Bruno Miranda Nunes

2.3km

Supermarket Mercado Ideal Express

2.4km

Grocery Store Multishow Supermercados

2.5km

Supermarket Supermercado Rede Vix

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia Enseada

9 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Praia Da Chaleirinha

9.2 - Excellent 60m

Tourist Attraction Praia Ponta dos Fachos

9.4 - Excellent 60m

Tourist Attraction VILA DAS ARTES - GALERIAS DE ARTE - DESTINO/ATRATIVO ARTÍSTICO E TURÍSTICO NA SERRA

9.2 - Excellent 7.9km

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Located at nearest locality

Serra • 23.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

What to do in Ponta dos Fachos Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Ponta dos Fachos Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Ponta dos Fachos Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

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Curva da Baleia Beach Curva da Baleia Beach

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Carapebus Beach Carapebus Beach

8.1 Very good

4.9km

Praia Mole Praia Mole

7.2 Good

5.8km

Jacaraipe Beach Jacaraipe Beach

7.7 Very good

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Capuba Beach Capuba Beach

7.5 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Serra • 14.5km

Main locality of province

Vitoria • 20.2km

Transport

Airport

VIX • 11.7km

Bus Station

Jacaraípe terminal • 4.5km

Train Station

Estação Flexal • 21.5km

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Average Reviews rating

8 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8 Very good

Nicola AMELIA

9 Excellent

Oh, the beach was just breathtaking! The water was so clear, you could practically see all the way to the bottom. And the sand? So soft, it was like walking on clouds. It was like the sun had a personal vendetta against us, but that just added to the charm of the whole experience. Overall, I'd say this beach is a must-visit for anyone who wants to escape reality and enter a world of pure, unadulterated beauty."

March 2023

Tecnologia Audiserv-ES

10 Exceptional

The panoramic vistas from this coastal spot are truly breathtaking. The unparalleled beauty of the surrounding landscape is simply awe-inspiring. One cannot help but feel a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world when taking in the stunning scenery from this location. It is a truly magical place that leaves a lasting impression on all who visit.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Ponta dos Fachos Beach?

The coastline of Ponta dos Fachos Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Ponta dos Fachos Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ponta dos Fachos Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day. The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.

The Ponta dos Fachos Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

The reef close to the shore makes this beach a good spot for snorkeling.
Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Ponta dos Fachos Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Ponta dos Fachos Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Ponta dos Fachos Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Ponta dos Fachos Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ponta dos Fachos Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Ponta dos Fachos 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 beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ponta dos Fachos Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ponta dos Fachos Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Praia Manguinhos is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Ponta dos Fachos Beach?

There are 78 places to stay in the Ponta dos Fachos Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Ponta dos Fachos Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Ponta dos Fachos Beach from parking?

The Ponta dos Fachos 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Ponta dos Fachos Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Ponta dos Fachos Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia Da Chaleirinha located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ponta dos Fachos Beach (Espirito Santo) 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.Ponta dos Fachos Beach (Espirito Santo) 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.