CanelaThings to do

Things to do in Canela

  1. Parque Floresta Encantada de Canela

    About 3km from Caracol, the Parque Floresta Encantada de Canela offers a perspective from across the canyon. A teleférico (chairlift) travels 830m up and down the mountainside, providing 20 minutes’ worth of fabulous views of the canyon, the waterfall and Gramado in the distance. You can get off at either end and hike back to the entrance.

    reviewed

  2. Parque da Ferradura

    A 6km hike from Caracol brings you to Parque da Ferradura, named for the 420m horseshoe-shaped canyon formed by the Rio Santa Cruz. Well-marked trails take you to three lookouts.

    reviewed

  3. Olimpia Restaurante

    This per-kilo restaurant is packed by noon, and for good reason. The well-stocked buffet is fresh and filling, and includes grilled meats, fresh vegetables and salads.

    reviewed

  4. Coelho Cantina e Galeteria

    The noontime meal at Coelho is like a buffet, but they bring it to you. Save room for dessert, as you have your choice of 15 options!

    reviewed

  5. At!tude Ecologia & Tourismo

    Twice-daily trips visit Caracol, Ferradura and Castelinho, as well as Lago Negro in Gramado.

    reviewed

  6. Churrascaria Espelho Gaúcho

    A decent churrascaria with an all-the-meat-you-can-eat option.

    reviewed

  7. Vida Livre

    The standard four-hour trip visits all the local parks.

    reviewed