Caminho Dom Pedro Augusto (Dom Pedro Augusto Path)

The Tijuca National Park is divided into three visitation sectors - Forest, Serra da Carioca and Pedra Bonita/Pedra da Gávea - and has program options for everyone: from picnic and barbecue areas to hang gliding, climbing, hiking and other activities. Among the famous postcards of the country,there is Corcovado Mountain, where the statue of Christ the Redeemer is located, one of the seven wonders of the modern world, Vista Chinesa, Pedra da Gávea, Parque Lage and Paineiras. The Floresta sector is an important and large green area in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. Also known as Floresta da Tijuca, there is a lot of nature and privileged recreational spaces to enjoy the day with friends, family, and children. It is also here that an infinity of trails for all kinds of public is concentrated, with two main circuits: the Picos (Peaks) and the Vale Histórico (Historical Valley), besides part of the largest urban trail in Brazil, the Transcarioca.
The Dom Pedro Augusto path, larger than the other trails, starts at Jardins dos Manacás (Macanás Gardens) and continues between big trees as Pau-Ferro and Jequitibá, until near the administrative office of the park, at Barracão. The 630m path has braille informations identifying the species, dedicated to visually impaired people. The track is part of a proposal to implement accessible routes and activities that contributes to the physical, cultural, and recreational progress of people with special needs.