Barra Grande
Piauí’s kite village, between Ceará and the Parnaíba delta.
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The riding
Steady easterly wind through the season at moderate strength — enough to ride daily without the aggression of Jeri. The village is small and its economy runs almost entirely on kiting.
The tide runs the spot. On the ebb, sandbars emerge and create flat pools; at high tide the sea opens up and picks up chop.
Getting there
About 300 km from Fortaleza (four to five hours by road) or roughly 100 km from Parnaíba, which has an airport. The final stretch is straightforward.
On the ground in Barra Grande
Schools
Where to stay
- Pousada BGK
- Pousada Paraíso da Barra
- Pousada Titas
- Villa dos Poetas Pousada
- Belladora Pousada
- Pousada Villa Zen
Where to eat
- Trabalha Brasil Praia - Bar e Restaurante
- Mô Barra Grande
- La Orla Restaurante
- La Cozinha
- Manga Rosa
- Cocinharte Empanadas Argentinas
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Worth knowing
A natural base for exploring the Parnaíba delta on windless days.
A classic stop on downwind crossings between Ceará and Maranhão.
Frequently asked
Is Barra Grande good for beginners?
Yes, especially at low tide when shallow flat areas form. The wind is more moderate than Jeri, which helps a lot in the first days.