Nove Colônias Bike Tour + Picnic at Casa Sander

On this bike tour from Nova Petrópolis, we'll discover the natural landscapes of Nove Colônias and enjoy regional delicacies with a picnic at the Casa Sander winery.

Nove Colônias Bike Tour + Picnic at Casa Sander

We will meet at the scheduled time on Avenida Presidente Getúlio Vargas in Nova Petrópolis and transfer to the starting point of this bike tour through Nove Colônias.

The route is 28 kilometers (17 miles) long with an elevation gain of 600 meters (1,968 feet). Riders will traverse dirt roads and enjoy the area’s natural beauty.

Our first stop will be at a thousand-year-old pine tree, which is 45 meters (147 feet) high and approximately 1,300 years old, making it a significant natural attraction.

Next, we will visit the church in Plaza Theodor Amstad, known as the cradle of Brazilian cooperativism, the site of the first line of credit in Latin America established in 1902.

After pedaling 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) on unpaved roads, we will stop at Casa Sander winery for a picnic that features refreshing drinks and toast with jam amidst vineyards and blueberry plantations.

The tour also includes a visit to a cheese factory and the historic houses of the town, then we'll return via a different route, allowing for extended views of the southern Brazilian landscapes.

The total duration of the tour is approximately four hours.