Things to see and do Canela

Built between 1953 and 1987, this "stone cathedral", also known as Our Lady of Lourdes of Canela, is the city's main attraction. This imposing building in English Gothic style is dominated by a 67-metre high bell tower with a carillon of 12 Italian bronze bells. Inside, the frescoes painted by the gaucho artist Marciano Schmitz represent the Apparition of the Virgin, the Allegory of the Angels and the Annunciation. You can go up to the bell tower to admire the landscape (entrance fee for the bell tower).

The parque do Caracol is a nice park near Canela. The advantage of this regional natural park is that it offers a ride on a small train, a view of a beautiful and imposing waterfall in the middle of nature (almost 150 meters high!), and hiking trails for the more athletic. A 30-metre-high ecological observatory and a glass platform are located near the waterfall for a closer look. An opportunity to spend a pleasant day without making too much physical effort. Ideal for families.