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Things to do in Lumiar: rivers, trails and the village

Most outings in Lumiar revolve around water, and almost everything can be done without a guide or a long hike. The exception is Pedra Riscada, which takes some fitness. Below is a practical list for two or three days.

Lumiar in the valley with rocky peaks of the range behind
Lumiar with the range behind. Photo: TMbux / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

River pools and waterfalls

  1. Spend a morning at Poço Feio, which works like a river beach 1 km from the centre.
  2. See the Encontro dos Rios, where the Macaé and Bonito meet and operators run rafting and canoe trips.
  3. Drive on to Toca da Onça, with calm water and a bar.
  4. Head up to Boa Esperança and pair the free Poço Belo with São José waterfall.
  5. Stop at Poço Verde on the Serramar road, with a sandy bottom and free entry for children up to 10.
Water rushing through a channel between big rocks at Encontro dos Rios
Water between rocks at Encontro dos Rios. Photo: TMbux / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

Hiking and mountains

  1. Take on Pedra Riscada, 1,425 m high: about 6.3 km return, fixed ropes and 4 to 6 hours, according to Descubra Nova Friburgo.
  2. Drive the roads of the Macaé de Cima protected area, 35,000 hectares of Atlantic Forest protected since 2001.

Village, food and music

  1. Spend the late afternoon at the bandstand square by the lake, where the city stages shows on dates such as the district anniversary.
  2. Eat trout, cassava-dough pizza or home cooking: the list is in restaurants in Lumiar.
  3. Go to São Pedro da Serra at night, which has more bars and small shops.

Many pools are on private land that opens only on weekends and holidays. Check before heading out, especially outside summer.

Frequently asked questions

How many days in Lumiar?
Two or three days cover the main pools. Add a day if you want to climb Pedra Riscada.
Can you do everything without a guide?
The pools, yes. For Pedra Riscada, which has roped sections, going with a guide or someone who knows the trail is safer.

Sources

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

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