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Praia do Forte<\/strong> It's one of the most sought-after destinations in Bahia, especially on weekends. Therefore, this post will help you plan your trip to the village, highlighting the main places to visit. Read on and enjoy! Don't forget to follow us! Instagram of the blog<\/a> To get up-to-date tips about Salvador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is it called Praia do Forte?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At the beginning of the colonial period, the village was known as Tatuapara<\/em>. It later acquired this name thanks to the fort built by Garcia D'Avila, which was also his residence. In 1970, Klaus Peters (who passed away in 2011), a native of S\u00e3o Paulo of German descent, arrived in the area and was responsible for making Praia do Forte the well-known ecotourism destination it is today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Praia do Forte Village<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

So much so that he created the Garcia D'Avila Foundation, the Sapiranga reserve, and has a reserve that bears his name. When you get there, you'll see that Peters' name is honored in several parts of the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where is Praia do Forte located?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It's about 70 km from Salvador. Located on the North Coast, it's a village belonging to the municipality of Mata de S\u00e3o Jo\u00e3o. Therefore, it's ideal for a day trip, for example. After all, the trip by car should take just over an hour. I'll talk about how I got there and suggest other options brought up by my followers on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get to Praia do Forte<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When I was planning my trip, it took me a while to find the options. After all, I wasn't sure if the bus station had lines to that destination. But I found a solution for those who don't have or don't want to go in their own car: the Linha Branca van.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the White Line van like?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Its starting point is the bus stop located in front of the Iguatemi Business Center. It starts at 5 am and runs until 5 pm, passing every 15 minutes. The fare is R$ 13. In addition, it stops at some points such as the Imbu\u00ed metro station and the old Extra Paralela supermarket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along the way, the bus also stops in Arembepe, Guarajuba, and other places before Praia do Forte, with the final stop being Porto do Sau\u00edpe. That's why it's important to tell the conductor that you want to get off there, especially if you're a tourist or have never been to Porto before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It's worth mentioning that the van carries standing passengers throughout the journey until it's full. Therefore, if you want a seat, I recommend catching it at the Business Center. The journey took approximately 2 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I showed the van. This is a Reel on Instagram.<\/a> And some followers pointed out the Atl\u00e2ntico buses departing from the Bus Station or the Airport Station, which offers connections and costs R$9.80.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you're driving your own car, practically all parking spaces at Praia do Forte are metered. Additionally, there are parking lots charging R$$ 6 per hour or R$$ 30 per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where to stay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you plan to stay for several days, I recommend the Praia do Forte Hostel<\/em>. In my searches, it was always the most recommended. The location is very good, as it's minutes from the van or bus stop and next to Av. ACM, the main avenue in the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Furthermore, the space is very beautiful and welcoming. I stayed in a suite that can accommodate up to 3 people and was quite spacious. Not to mention the service from everyone, which was very friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breakfast offers variety and provides ample fuel for the day. One advantage it offers is discounts at some restaurants, and 50% on admission to the Tamar Project and Garcia D'Avila Castle. See the... Reels that I made<\/a> Showing a little bit of the place. Access this platform<\/a> To check room prices. Remember that they offer shared rooms for men only and for women up to 6 people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to get around Praia do Forte<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I stayed for three days and did almost everything on foot. In other words, prepare yourself physically if your goal is to see the main tourist attractions of the village. But there are "bicycle taxis" near the well-known church of S\u00e3o Francisco de Assis for those who want to save their breath. However, they are relatively expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They charge R$ 60 for half an hour to circulate throughout the area. Remember that the vehicle carries a maximum of 4 people. And R$ 25 if you need to go from the church to the beginning of the village, which should take about 10 minutes on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the main attractions, Garcia D'Avila Castle, is even walkable if you're up for a 3-kilometer hike, but I don't recommend it as it takes a long time and isn't as advantageous, which I'll explain better when I talk about the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to visit in Praia do Forte<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This area of the Green Line has places that are worth checking out, even if it's your first time. So, I'm going to talk about the places I went to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n