Oiteiro beach, Beach in Rio Tinto, Brazil

Praia do Oiteiro is a beach in Rio Tinto, Paraíba, with white soft sand, sandstone cliffs and restinga vegetation. Coconut palms grow among the restinga, and dunes form small lakes between them. The open sea produces waves that host surf championships.

The beach developed as part of Rio Tinto's coastal growth in the 1900s, gradually becoming a gathering place for fishing communities. Over time, it has served both local livelihood and regional visitation.

The beach's open sea and waves make the cove a setting for surf championships, and camping is allowed in a designated area behind the sand. Coconut palms stand among the restinga vegetation, and freshwater lakes form between the dunes.

You can reach the beach through marked paths, and overnight facilities are available nearby if you plan to stay longer. Pay attention to water conditions and how the dunes shift with the seasons.

Seasonal freshwater lakes form naturally between the dunes, creating temporary habitats with their own ecosystems. These pools support different plants and animals than the rest of the beach.