We meet a lot of people on the route, especially on August 16, the trail is easy but many areas of scree require good shoes and flexible ankles. The landscapes are magnificent with the blue sky and the heat is tempered by the altitude. The short swim in the water reservoir of the dam allows you to relax after the walk.

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GvDam

October 10, 2024

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We walked this walk in October, on a beautiful day, after a few days of heavy rain.
Due to the previous wet days, parts of the path were quite a …

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Carlos

August 13, 2021

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Like David in 2018, in August, the water doesn't flow into the hole.
The path is covered with many loose stones; it's best to avoid the "havaianas." The views are lovely, and the descent to the "lagoa comprida" is superb.

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Distance 3.55 km

Uphill 110 m

Downhill 90 m

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