Barcarena

Barcarena is an industrial port municipality in the Amazon region of northern Pará that serves as a major transportation hub. The city stretches across a large area and connects inland Brazilian producers to global markets through its port operations.

The area was originally home to the Aruá people before it became a settlement when Jesuit missionaries arrived in the early 1700s. This early foundation shaped its development as a trading point in the Amazon region.

The communities here maintain strong ties to the river and its traditions that shape everyday life. Fishing and water-based activities remain central to how people live and work in the area.

The municipality is best accessed through its major port, which offers modern facilities for visitors and cargo operations. Timing your visit is important as the tropical climate means heavy rainfall during certain months throughout the year.

The municipality implements specific strategies to adapt to climate challenges, including environmental education in schools and urban tree planting programs. These initiatives show how the area addresses the environmental demands of living in the Amazon.

Location: Pará

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

Shares border with: Abaetetuba, Acará, Belém, Moju, Ponta de Pedras

Website: https://barcarena.pa.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -1.50583,-48.62583

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:21