Construction of the Guaratuba bridge is progressing, with an investment of R$386,9 million and expected to be completed in 2026. The project promises to eliminate dependence on ferries, improve mobility and boost tourism on the Paraná coast.
An ambitious promise full of expectations is transforming the coast of Paraná.
A bridge construction de Guaratuba, a project that is already attracting attention and debate, could redefine the future of Guaratuba and Matinhos, two key cities for tourism in the region.
But, as with every great project, there are challenges along the way, and many wonder whether the schedule will actually be met.
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This bridge, whose investment exceeds the house of R $ million 386,9, is seen as the definitive solution to eliminate dependence on ferries and the disruption they cause, especially during peak season.
However, will everything go as planned? This question has kept residents and tourists on their toes.
The first steps and progress in 2024
With about 18% of the work already completed, the Guaratuba bridge project, which began in October 2023, continues to advance.
O Paraná Highway Department (DER/PR) announced that the bridge will have 1.244 meters long, in addition to four traffic lanes, cycle paths and pedestrian walkways.
This infrastructure is seen as a milestone for local economic development, in addition to offering a safer and faster crossing between Guaratuba and Matinhos.
Still, despite the progress, the project faces some barriers.
August 2024, an agreement temporarily suspended a lawsuit, filed by the Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation (ICMBio), which alleged environmental concerns.
The Federal Regional Court of the 4th Region (TRF4) granted an additional period of 60 days to resolve the impasse.
Until now, 46% of the work budget has already been allocated, totaling about R $ million 178, ensuring the continuity of the project.
Local impacts and residents’ expectations
According to Paraná Institute for Economic and Social Development (Ipardes), the local population massively supports the construction of the bridge.
A survey revealed that 97,9% of residents and visitors to the region approve the project, mainly because of its promise to improve mobility and bring more tourists, in addition to facilitating emergency response.
The community sees the bridge as a watershed for the economic and social future of the Paraná coast.
With the completion of the work scheduled for first half of 2026, the relief from long waits on ferries is already beginning to be seen by residents.
The project should also boost local commerce, as the flow of visitors will become more constant and efficient, eliminating frequent traffic jams.
What has been done and what is to come
Despite the challenges, the advances in construction are remarkable.
The project, which includes the installation of 64 concrete piles, already concluded 14 of them, indicating that the work follows a constant rhythm.
Furthermore, foundations and infrastructure works on access roads have already begun, ensuring that the foundations for construction are well established.
According to the DER, all environmental issues are being addressed in accordance with current legislation, and so far, the project has not suffered any significant suspensions.
For those who live in the region, each step forward is a reason to celebrate, as the daily congestion on the ferries is a long-standing problem that directly affects the daily lives of the population.
Bridge is the future of the Paraná coast
As construction continues, the big question hanging in the air is whether the Guaratuba Bridge will be delivered according to the planned schedule, without any new setbacks.
With completion scheduled for 2026, residents and tourists are eagerly awaiting to find out whether this ambitious project will mark the beginning of a new era of development for the region.
After all, with so much money involved and such high expectations, everyone wants to know: will the bridge really transform the Paraná coast?
Only time will tell the answer to this question, but the impact that this work has already had on the local population and the potential it offers for the future are undeniable.
The economic and social development of the coast is at stake, and the next few months will be decisive for the outcome of this story.
Will the Guaratuba Bridge meet its schedule and deliver everything it promises by 2026? The population and tourists are anxiously awaiting the answer. The future of the Paraná coast is at stake.