7ª Copa Brasil AA 2026 — Brasília

Lake Paranoá is not a natural body of water, but a vast, man-made expanse created in 1959 to humidify the dry climate of the Brazilian Central Plateau. With an area of over 48 square kilometers and a maximum depth of 38 meters, this lake is the heart of Brasília. When you swim here, you are navigating the 'bay of the sea'—a translation of the Tupi name 'Paranoá'—which reflects the immense scale of the dammed Paranoá River. The water is generally calm, although waves can pick up if the wind strengthens across its 80-kilometer perimeter. As you pull through the surface, you are swimming over the history of the capital itself; the submerged ruins of Vila Amaury, a village built for the original construction workers, lie silent beneath you.

Brasília is a city that feels like another planet, a sentiment famously shared by cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin during his 1961 visit. The route offers a unique vantage point of the city's modernist landmarks, including the Palácio da Alvorada, which stands as a silent spectator to the race. Navigation is straightforward, but the open nature of the lake means it is important to maintain a clear line, especially with occasional boat traffic. Whether you are aiming for the podium or a personal best, the water temperature in May remains pleasant, providing the ideal setting to experience Saint John Bosco's dream come to life.