- Type
- Beach
- Area
- North of the island
- Free access
- Yes
- Good for kids
- Yes
- Requires a hike or walk
- No
Canasvieiras is a neighborhood and beach in the north of the island, between Jurerê and Cachoeira do Bom Jesus. In summer it becomes one of the busiest destinations on the island, and the beach is one of the most visited by Argentine and Uruguayan tourists, according to Wikipedia.
What the beach is like
- Calm, shallow water for most of the year, good for families.
- A waterfront with plenty of facilities: hotels, restaurants, shops and services.
- Schooners: tour boats dressed up as old sailing ships leave from the beach on routes around the North Bay, such as to the forts.
The name
The most widely accepted explanation, according to Wikipedia, is the cultivation of a variety of sugarcane, the “cana-vieira”, in the area. A 1786 map already records “Praia Cana Vieiras”.
Combine with
See the north island beaches and the boat trips.
Practical tips
- Take a schooner trip around the North Bay.
- Calm water, good for children.
- In summer, avoid arriving and leaving at peak times.
Frequently asked questions
Is Canasvieiras good for children?
Yes. The sea is usually calm and shallow, and the waterfront has plenty of facilities.
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Free accessKids North of the island Jurerê Beach Calm water on the North Bay, with the planned neighborhood of Jurerê Internacional. See details -
Free accessKids North of the island Ingleses Beach A long bay in the northeast of the island, with dunes and plenty of tourist facilities. See details -
PaidKids North of the island Santa Cruz de Anhatomirim Fort The 18th-century fort on a small island in the North Bay, reachable only by boat. See details