Volta das Águas de Rio Claro (Cicloturismo) — Long-distance trail in Rio Claro, Rio de Janeiro | eTrilhas

Volta das Águas de Rio Claro (Cicloturismo)

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Volta das Águas de Rio Claro (Cicloturismo)

Volta das Águas de Rio Claro (Cicloturismo)

Volta das Águas de Rio Claro (Cicloturismo)

Volta das Águas de Rio Claro (Cicloturismo)

Volta das Águas de Rio Claro (Cicloturismo)

Description

The Rio Claro Water Loop is a long-distance multimodal trail that passes through all districts of the municipality of Rio Claro, connecting the Center to the regions of Lídice, Macundu, Passa Três, São Roque, among others. Along the trail, cyclists encounter the rich water resources, historical, and cultural heritage of Rio Claro, exploring its waterfalls, the ruins of São João Marcos and Fazenda da Grama, various natural viewpoints, the famous Ribeirão das Lajes Reservoir, a rich avifauna, and much more. With 5 sections for bike touring, the Rio Claro Water Loop invites you to this memorable experience!

Guidelines

Extension: 149.4 Km

Difficulty Moderate

Orientation Moderate

Signaling Level Partial

Conservation Good

Risk Exposure High

Sun Exposure High

Hydration Point Available

Climbing No climbing required

Minimum Altitude: 370m

Maximum Altitude: 839m

Negative Unevenness: 8028m

Positive Unevenness: 8356m

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Guidelines

Extension: 149.4 Km

Difficulty: Moderate

Orientation: Moderate

Signaling Level: Partial

Minimum Altitude: 370m

Maximum Altitude: 839m

Negative Unevenness: 8028m

Positive Unevenness: 8356m

Route

The first cycling section of the Volta das Águas de Rio Claro departs from the city center of Rio Claro toward Lídice, passing along Estrada dos Pinheiros and the Lídice Station. The second section continues toward Macundu, crossing the Sertão da Itaoca and following the route known as the “Ferradura” through Várzea and São Roque. The third section starts from Macundu back to São Roque, ascending via rural roads toward Passa Três, and continues along the roads to Fazenda da Grama. From there, the final section returns to the city center, passing by Poço Azul. An alternative route allows for a direct return to Rio Claro from Passa Três.