Redinha is a historic beach neighborhood situated in northern Natal, where the Potengi River meets the Atlantic Ocean. This location is the birthplace of the regional dish "ginga com tapioca," a testament to its deep-rooted fishing heritage. The beach itself features a wide strip of sand fronting shallow, calm waters protected by a system of coral reefs just offshore. These reefs create a unique inshore environment, moderating wave action and trapping warmth, which results in sea temperatures typically a few degrees higher than adjacent open beaches. The area has evolved from a quiet fishing settlement into a popular destination, accessible by vehicle via a bridge or by a scheduled ferry from the opposite bank.