Praia Grande in São Francisco do Sul offers reliable surf in a charming colonial island town setting. The beach picks up swells from multiple directions and produces consistent peaks year-round. The historic town behind the beach adds cultural interest to any surf trip.
Water temp
20°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
4/10
Peak: Jan-Dec
Year-round
🥊 Paraná's best right • Throaty barrels • Quality tubes
🏨 BC's surf beach • North end peak • Local crew territory
🏝️ Four islands view • Less crowded • Relaxed atmosphere
👨👩👧 Family beach • NE swell option • Beginner friendly
🏛️ Ancient petroglyphs • Consistent waves • North island gem
🏖️ Floripa's longest beach • Consistent barrels • Multiple peaks