Top Serra Gaucha Attractions & Museums

Located in a region of rare beauty, between mountains and valleys, in the municipality of Canela/RS, the place presents a rich and diverse fauna and flora and promises to surprise the public with a modern tourist equipment – the Aéreos Bondinhos. It is 840 meters of suspended route where visitors will be able to contemplate the beautiful landscapes and see from close and high the Cascata do Caracol in 3 different stations. The parks are equipped with Swiss Rowema technology, the same technology used in the Swiss Alps and which is a reference in quality, comfort and safety. Each of the cabins has a capacity for up to 08 seated people, offering safety and providing a beautiful panoramic view of the venue. Visitors who access the park and buy the ticket will find one of the most stunning views of Brazil, the Cascata do Caracol. For a good enjoyment of the tour, it is recommended to stay between 1h and 1h30.

When people think of South American wines, they usually think of Argentina and Chile. Veer off the beaten path and discover the wines of Brazil’s Rio Grande de Sul region on this guided tour of the Casa Seganfredo Winery. Known for their red and sparkling wines, learn about the winemaking process on a tour of the facilities, followed by a guided wine tasting.

Test your head for heights while admiring the views of the Vale de Ferradura with tickets to the Skyglass Canela platform. Prebooking your admission means you won’t miss out at this popular attraction. After walking on the glass platform, ride the Abusado, a thrilling chair ride that hangs beneath the platform, and learn more about the area’s history with admission to the onsite Ferro Passar Museum.

Experience the thrill of “walking on air” at Skyglass Canela, which towers 1,200 feet (360 meters) above the Ferradura Valley. Enjoy unparalleled views of the surrounding area, and if you are there later in the day, catch a stunning sunset. Your ticket also grants you access to the Iron Museum, where you can learn about the history and evolution of the great resource.

The Cathedral of Nossa Senhora de Lourdes or the Catedral de Pedra; is a Catholic church located in the city of Canela, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, in southern Brazil. It is considered a major tourist attraction of the so-called Serra Gaúcha. Its characteristic style is English Gothic. The church has a 65 meter high tower and a 12-bell carillon made of cast bronze, Made by Giacomo Crespi from Italy. Inside, there are three panels made up of canvases painted by the artist Marciano Schmitz, representing "Apparition of the Virgin", "Allegory of Angels" and "The Annunciation". The Via Sacra paintings were made by Pablo Herrera, a Uruguayan sculptor and restorer of Sacred Art. Wood and clay were used, with the bottom full of paintings with images superimposed on the clay.

Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Caracol Waterfall from the Observatory Discover the beauty of the Xaxins Forest, home to rare plant species Let your kids have fun at the Serelepe Playground in a safe environment Enjoy a delicious meal at the Sabor e Flor Restaurant, cooked on a wood stove