The bay coast of Salvador also offers some great running. A beautiful waterfront promenade spans from Rio Vermelho east to Farol da Barra. From the lighthouse and fort, runners can bend north and continue along the Ave. Sete de Setembro walkway. The walkway officially ends at Praia do Porto da Barra, but it’s possible to run a bit further to explore the Forte Santo Antonio da Barra. All in all, the promenade is about 6 km one-way. Runners can also connect to the Avenida Octávio Mangabeira promenade for more distance.
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Essentials
- 6 km one-way
- 65 meters (213 feet)
- Anywhere along the south/west coast
- Any Av. Oceanica / Ave. Sete de Setembro Bus Stop
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Other Routes in Salvador, Brazil
The best option for a long run on Salvador’s coast. Follow the Avenida Octávio Mangabeira promenade for up to 15 km, or run along the sandy beach.
Nice brick pathways surround the Dique do Tororó lake in the center of Salvador. A full loop around is 2.6 km.
A linear park runs down the center of Av. Centenário, a busy main drag near the center of Salvador. 1.6 km, or hop on Av. Oceanica for more distance.
No trip to Salvador would be complete without a tour through the historic Pelourinho neighborhood. We’ve mapped a 5k around some of the top tourist sights.
Pituaçu Park hugs the coast between the neighborhood of Pituaçu and the Av. Paralela Highway. There is a 15 km paved bike path surrounding the lagoon.
Trail runners can put together an adventurous course at Parque Abaeté and the sandy dune trails surrounding the Abaeté Lagoon.
Salvador’s longest bike path follows the corridor of the busy Avenida Paralela/Av. Luís Viana Filho highway. It’s not very scenic, but a good option for a long run or a commute.
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