Cabedelo

Cabedelo is a coastal municipality where the Paraíba River meets the Atlantic Ocean, stretching along approximately 15 kilometers of sandy shores. The town sits at this convergence point between river and ocean, with multiple beaches defining its geography.

Portuguese colonizers built a fortress in 1585 to defend the river mouth and control access to the region. This military stronghold marked the beginning of permanent settlement that would grow into modern Cabedelo.

Fishing remains deeply woven into daily life here, with local boats and nets visible along the waterfront reflecting generations of maritime tradition. The community's rhythm follows the rhythm of the tides and fishing seasons.

The Port of Cabedelo serves as Paraíba state's primary maritime gateway and dominates local activity along the waterfront. Visitors should be aware that the working harbor is an active commercial zone where cargo ships come and go regularly.

The Restinga de Cabedelo National Forest protects native coastal vegetation and wildlife that might otherwise disappear from the region. This preserved area shows what the original landscape looked like before development changed the coastline.

Location: Paraíba

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Shares border with: João Pessoa, Lucena, Santa Rita

Website: http://cabedelo.pb.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -6.98083,-34.83389

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:40