Serra Catarinense expands rural tourism offerings

Rural tourism is expanding in the Serra Catarinense region of Santa Catarina, Brazil, offering visitors year-round experiences beyond the traditional winter season. While the region is well-known for cold temperatures, frost, and potential snow, its natural landscapes—including canyons, waterfalls, mountains, and vineyards—attract tourists throughout all four seasons.

Seasonal activities vary from spring blooms to summer adventure sports like hiking, horseback riding, and cycling. Autumn offers milder temperatures suitable for gastronomy and wine tourism. Key establishments driving this growth include Boqueirão Hotel Fazenda & Resort de Campo in Lages, Rio do Rastro Eco Resort and Fazenda Santa Rita in Bom Jardim da Serra, Cerro Azul Hotel Fazenda in Capão Alto, and Hotel Fazenda Serra do Panelão in Urubici.