24. Morro da Babilônia x Praia Vermelha
Section: Morro da Babilônia x Praia Vermelha
Park where this section is located: Parque Natural Municipal da Prainha / Parque Natural Municipal de Grumari
Summary
This section connects two of the most beautiful preserved beaches in the city: Prainha and Grumari. The route follows the shoreline and hillside trails, passing by viewpoints with spectacular views of the Rio de Janeiro coast. Both beaches are protected by municipal parks and offer basic infrastructure for visitors.
3 km
1h30
Climbing: No
Direction
Morro da Babilônia x Praia Vermelha
Direction
Praia Vermelha x Morro da Babilônia
Technical Information
Difficulty
Easy
Risk
Low
Sun
High
Orientation
Easy
Signage
Good
Hydration
Yes
Attractions
Viewpoints, Botafogo neighborhood view, Botafogo Cove, Guanabara Bay, Copacabana Beach, Colonial Aqueduct, Urca, Morro da Babilônia, Cable Car Station to Sugarloaf Mountain.
Section Map
Trail Description
(West to East / Barra de Guaratiba to Morro da Urca)
Access is from Prainha, following the shoreline. Grumari beach is a natural continuation.
How to Get There
For safety reasons, we recommend that this stretch be done as part of the Morro da Babilônia Circuit.
We recommend starting at Rua General Ribeiro da Costa, at the beginning of Ladeira do Barroso. It is not mandatory, but we recommend hiring a local guide to ensure a more complete and safe visit.
We recommend contacting https://coopbabilonia.com.br/contato/
Trail Entrance
Ladeira Ari Barroso
Trail Exit
Ladeira Ari Barroso
Infographic
Photos
Attractions
Viewpoints, Botafogo neighborhood view, Botafogo Cove, Guanabara Bay, Copacabana Beach, Colonial Aqueduct, Urca, Morro da Babilônia, Cable Car Station to Sugarloaf Mountain.
Commerce/Lodging
There are bars and restaurants in the Prainha and Grumari area, especially the beachfront kiosks.
Currently there is no partnership between the Transcarioca Trail and local commerce.
Water Points
There are water points at Prainha and Grumari. Bring enough water for the route.
Adopting Group
Associação Movimento Trilha Transcarioca
E-mail: contato@trilhatranscarioca.org.br