Escadinha Beach
Hidden cove with clear water, reached by a small stairway near the historic center.
From the Residencial: About 16.1 km by car
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It is on the way to Praia da Vigia, a few meters from Praia da Preguiça, on the stretch of rocks also known as Canto do Baú. The little stairway was built in the mid-1990s by a longtime resident known as Calico, and the community named the spot Escadinha do Calico. Below is a small cove of clear water among the rocks, facing Garopaba bay and the fishing boats.
The most visited spots
- Preguiça Beach: a few meters away.
- Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto: on the way, facing Preguiça.
- Garopaba Historic Center: a few minutes' walk away.
- Vigia Beach: further along the same path.
Getting there
Along the rocky shore at the Historic Center end, to the right of the central beach, or down the stairway past São Joaquim Church. The entrance is between the houses on Rua Lageado, through a short trail that starts near Preguiça Beach.
Features
A small cove of crystal-clear, calm water among the rocks, with views of the bay, the fishing shacks on the central beach and São Joaquim Church above.
Things to do
A swim in clear, calm water, photos and the view of the bay with the boats at anchor. It is a few minutes' walk from the Historic Center, Praia da Preguiça and Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto.
Safety tips
Steps and rocks can be slippery. Please respect the neighboring homes.
Source: NSC Total e ND+ (opens in a new tab).
