Gramado's Must-See Wonders

Gramado and neighboring Canela showcase a distinct European influence through basalt stone architecture and themed attractions. This selection features the 130-meter Caracol Falls, the detailed 1:24 scale replicas of Mini Mundo, and the climate-controlled environment of Snowland, the continent's first indoor snow park. Cultural landmarks include the Palácio dos Festivais, home of the Brazilian Film Festival, and the mid-century Igreja Matriz São Pedro, reflecting the region’s German and Italian heritage.

Eternal Love Fountain

A decorative fountain located in the city center where visitors traditionally attach personalized padlocks to represent lasting commitments, inspired by similar monuments in Europe.

Caracol Falls

Caracol Falls or Cascata do Caracol, is a 426-foot waterfall about 4.35 miles from Canela, Brazil in Caracol State Park.

Mini Mundo

An open-air miniature park featuring 1:24 scale replicas of global landmarks, including German castles and Brazilian infrastructure, set within a landscaped garden.

Igreja Matriz São Pedro

Inaugurated in 1942, this basalt stone church features stained glass windows depicting the life of Apostle Peter and a 46-meter-high central tower.

Palácio dos Festivais

The central venue for the Gramado Film Festival, this colonial-style building houses a cinema and the Kikito museum, dedicated to the festival's history.

Lago Joaquina Rita Bier

An artificial lake covering 17,000 square meters, surrounded by Araucaria trees. It serves as a primary stage for the city's annual Natal Luz Christmas shows.

Aldeia do Papai Noel

A Christmas-themed park located in Parque Knorr, featuring a 1940s Bavarian-style house, live reindeer, and views over the Quilombo Valley.

Snowland

The first indoor snow park in the Americas, maintaining a constant temperature of -5°C with facilities for skiing, snowboarding, and ice skating.

Ground Zero

The central district of Gramado, characterized by European-style architecture, chocolate shops, and the famous Rua Coberta.

Praça das Etnias

A place filled with stalls selling local products and food. There's freshly baked bread as well as cakes.

Museu do Automóvel Hollywood Dream Cars

A museum displaying a collection of restored classic American vehicles from the 1950s and 1960s, including iconic Cadillacs and Buicks.

Super Carros

An exhibition space dedicated to modern high-performance sports cars, featuring brands like Ferrari and Lamborghini, with options for simulators and test drives.