Beach vibes: Cassino Beach recognized as the world’s longest beach in the Guinness Book
Praia do Cassino: A Record-Breaking Beach
Brazil is home to not only paradisiacal beaches but also one that holds a world record. Since 1994, Praia do Cassino stretches over 254 kilometers of sand from Molhes da Barra in Rio Grande to Chuí, on the border with Uruguay.
Exploring Praia do Cassino
The journey begins at Molhes da Barra, a monumental structure built with tons of rocks to contain the waves. Visitors can take a picturesque tourist “cart,” a small train on rails, which travels 4.6 km out to sea until reaching a statue of a sea lion. Along the way, visitors can spot…
🌍 WORLD’S LONGEST BEACHES
1.🇧🇷 Praia do Cassino Beach – 150 miles
2.🇦🇺 Ninety Mile Beach – 90 miles
3.🇧🇩 Cox’s Bazar – 75 miles
4.🇺🇸 Padre Island National Seashore – 70 miles
5.🇲🇽 Playa Novillero – 56 miles
6.🇳🇿 Ninety Mile Beach – 55 miles
7.🇺🇸 Virginia Beach – 35 miles
8.🇺🇸…
Praia do Cassino offers a vast stretch of firm sand where vehicles are allowed, as well as bars, restaurants, and inns. The natural conditions—powerful waves and constant winds—make it an ideal place for surfing, kitesurfing, or windsurfing.
Legends and Mysteries of Praia do Cassino
One of the most visited spots is the Altair Ship, a cargo ship that sank in 1976 about 21 kilometers from Molhes da Barra. Today, it remains a popular attraction for photographers and curious onlookers, with the cause of the accident still a mystery.
At the main entrance to the beach, an image of Iemanjá, the sea goddess in Afro-Brazilian culture, welcomes visitors. Offerings and flowers can often be seen around her, especially during religious festivities.
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