Pontal do Paraná

Pontal do Paraná is a coastal municipality in the southern Brazilian state of Paraná, stretching along the Atlantic shore. The area combines waterways, beaches, and natural vegetation, shaped by three main protected zones: Rio Perequê, Restinga, and Ilhas dos Currais.

The region grew from traditional fishing settlements established along the shore. Over time, the population increased and the area developed into a formal municipality that now hosts important marine research activities.

Fishing traditions remain woven into daily life and community identity in this coastal town. You will see traditional boats in the harbor and meet people who continue this generations-old work that shapes the region.

Visit the three protected natural areas to experience the local environment, as each zone has its own character and different things to see. Most visitors explore these areas on foot or by boat, depending on which type of landscape they want to experience.

The Ilhas dos Currais islands serve as nesting grounds for seabirds and attract fish for spawning activities. These small islands support a complex marine ecosystem that influences the entire surrounding region.

Location: Paraná

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Shares border with: Paranaguá, Matinhos

Website: http://portaldoparana.pr.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -25.57676,-48.35815

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06