Poço Verde, Lumiar: a sandy-bottomed river swim

It lies about 3 km past the square, on the road down to Casimiro de Abreu, just before Encontro dos Rios. It is the pool for people who want facilities without adventure.

Clear river between green banks in Lumiar
Clear river in Lumiar. Photo: TMbux / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

It is private property. According to Descubra Nova Friburgo there are toilets, a bar with two lunch options, snacks and a lounge where you can charge your phone and get online. The bank has good swimming spots with a sandy bottom, and parking is right there.

Guia de Cachoeiras describes it as a good picnic spot. Published phone: +55 21 99352-5903.

Nearby

Further along the Serramar is Encontro dos Rios and, by dirt road, Toca da Onça. The Pedra Riscada trail also starts on this highway, about 3.5 km past the centre. All the pools are listed in Lumiar waterfalls.

Frequently asked questions

Is Poço Verde good for children?
It is one of the recommended spots for children, with easy access and shallow water in several places.

Sources

Checked on October 19, 2026. Prices and opening hours change: always confirm with the official source before you travel.