Did you know that you don’t have to go to the coast to enjoy good beaches? The city of Presidente Epitácio, located 641 km from the capital of São Paulo, proves that all you need is a good source of water to make this possible. For this reason, on the banks of the Paraná River, which cuts through the city, residents and visitors can find a beautiful riverfront.
Another highlight of the city is that, in 2024, Rede Globo’s Fantástico program chose Presidente Epitácio as the city with the most beautiful sunsets in Brazil. So, as well as enjoying a little beach, you can also catch a glimpse of the natural beauty that happens every afternoon in the town’s sky.
What to do in Presidente Epitácio?
The city offers a number of tourist attractions. The riverfront is 7 km long and has an extensive stretch of sand for visitors to enjoy, whether sunbathing, practicing sports or bathing in the waters of the Paraná River.
On the waterfront, you can find playgrounds for children, a skate park and sports courts. In addition, Presidente Epitácio promotes various traditional festivals, ecotourism, cultural and religious tourism. There is also the Figueiral Park, with viewpoints, and other activities in the region, for example:
- Nautical trips (kayaking and boating);
- Cycle paths and bicycle rentals;
- Sport fishing;
- Climbing;
- Zip lining.
A breathtaking sunset!
The beauty of Presidente Epitácio’s sunsets is due to the beautiful reflection of colors in the Paraná River at dusk. From the beach, you can see a panoramic view of the Hélio Serejo Bridge, which connects São Paulo to Mato Grosso. There are also tourist attractions that can’t be missed, such as the tourist pier, the Casa do Artesão and a visit to the mouth of the Santo Anastácio River.
In this way, the small inland town stands out for its wide range of tourist attractions, which usually appeal to the most different visitor profiles. Thus, Presidente Epitácio offers everything from more peaceful activities, such as beaches, to more radical ones, such as kayaking.
Finally, you should know that the river has a big impact on the city’s traditions. In addition to a number of traditional fish dishes, there are events such as the Procession of Our Lady of the Navigators and various annual sport fishing tournaments, which attract fishermen from all over Brazil.
