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Serra do Gavião

Serra do Gavião is a viewpoint in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro.

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Serra do Gavião: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Serra do Gavião

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Serra do Gavião — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: -21.70646, -42.19375. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    How is the weather and view today?

    No visitor has reported the weather & road status for Serra do Gavião yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Serra do Gavião?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Serra do Gavião?

    Nearby: Igreja Matriz de Santa Maria Madalena (church, 42 km), Serra da Colônia (viewpoint, 6 km), Serra Santa Cândida (viewpoint, 9 km), Serra da Caledônia (viewpoint, 9 km), Serra do Cascalho (viewpoint, 12 km), Serra do Cândido (viewpoint, 12 km).

    Is Serra do Gavião worth visiting?

    Serra do Gavião is listed as a notable viewpoint in Rio de Janeiro on Spotwander.