Praia da Enseada, Beach in Bertioga, Brazil

Praia da Enseada is an urban beach in Bertioga whose shoreline runs to the Indaiá neighbourhood. Its sand is light and hard-packed, with a few coconut palms and kiosks along the edge. The sea is agitated, with waves used for surfing, and near the polluted Bertioga Canal the water is unfit for bathing.

The beach lies near the Sao Joao Fort, built in 1547 and considered one of Brazil's oldest military structures. This fortress has shaped the area's history for centuries and influenced how the town developed.

The beach's name, Enseada, refers to a cove, and its agitated sea with surf waves draws surfers along the shore up to the Indaiá neighbourhood. The promenade, cycle path, square, garden, playground and events area host everyday use by residents and visitors. Near the polluted Bertioga Canal the water is unfit for bathing.

The beach is accessible by road and offers easy access to water and facilities along the shoreline. It helps to arrive early to find parking, especially on weekends.

The beach's agitated sea and surf waves are the reason it draws surfers; near the polluted Bertioga Canal the water is unfit for bathing, so swimmers should stay farther along the shore. The sand is light-coloured and hard, with coconut palms and kiosks along the edge.