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Sustainable Wineries, Charming Inns, And Landscapes That Recall The Countryside Of France Put The Serra Do Sudeste (RS) On The Radar Of The Most Demanding Travelers.
Imagine rolling green fields, fine wines, mild climate, and accommodations with a fireplace and high-standard local cuisine. Now imagine all of this away from the crowds of Gramado or Bento Gonçalves. This place exists — and it is in the heart of the Serra Do Sudeste, in Rio Grande Do Sul, a region that is being discovered by couples, families, and travelers in search of more authentic, exclusive, and sustainable experiences.
Where Is The Serra Do Sudeste?
The Serra Do Sudeste includes cities like Pinheiro Machado, Piratini, and Caçapava Do Sul, located between the Campaign Region and the traditional Serra Gaúcha. Despite its natural beauty and pleasant climate, the region is still off the traditional tourist routes, ensuring tranquility, authenticity, and more attractive prices.
Award-Winning Wines And Wine Tourism Experiences
One of the region’s great gems is the Guatambu Winery, in Dom Pedrito, known for its sustainable production, modern architecture, and wines that have won national and international awards. The place offers paired tastings, vineyard tours, and is considered a model of conscious wine tourism.
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A Russian city that supplies Brazilian soy is being swallowed by the ground itself, provides 40% of the potassium chloride imported by Brazil, and has 390 km² of caves at a depth of 450 meters collapsing.
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Remote worker builds a solar and electric boat of about 11 meters by himself using marine plywood, fiberglass, and eight solar panels on the roof to live freely sailing the Baltic Sea.
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Bridge that ‘divides the waters’ like Moses impresses tourists in the Netherlands: built within a 17th and 18th-century military moat, the structure disappears in winter and becomes almost invisible from a distance.
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Toilet paper roll becomes a museum piece: a reusable alternative that lasts for months, reduces kitchen expenses in a short time, and also helps avoid the consumption of a tree for every 40 or 50 disposable rolls.
Other smaller, family-run wineries are beginning to open their doors, creating a circuit that recalls the charm of the French countryside or the Italian Tuscany.
Boutique Inns And Rustic Charm
Those seeking comfort and style won’t be disappointed: the region already features boutique inns, chalets with fireplaces, and rural hotels integrated with nature. Experiential tourism is gaining strength, focusing on hiking, local gastronomy, visits to estancias, and interaction with gaucho culture.
Cuisine With Soul
In Piratini, the former capital of the Farroupilha Revolution, charming restaurants and cafés focus on local products, traditional recipes, and organic ingredients. In Caçapava Do Sul, the appreciation of gaucho culture blends with the sophistication of modern cuisine.
A Destination For Those Who Want To Escape The Obvious
If you are tired of the crowds at conventional tourist destinations and seek a place where time seems to pass more slowly, the Serra Do Sudeste may be your next discovery. A true southern refuge that offers the best of Brazil with a European touch — and the best part: you can still enjoy it before it becomes a national trend.
Quick Tips
- How To Get There: The best way is by car, starting from Porto Alegre (4 to 5 hours of travel, depending on the base city).
- Best Time: Fall and winter are ideal for the cold weather, gastronomy, and wines. But spring also offers stunning landscapes.
- What To Bring: Warm clothes, hiking boots, and space in your bag for wines and artisanal products.
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