# Brazilian trekking and pilgrimage routes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/brazilian-trekking-and-pilgrimage-routes > Updated: 2026-09-03T21:01:18.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Caminho da Fé is a religious pilgrimage route in Brazil that connects the states of São Paulo and Minas Gerais, leading travelers toward the National Sanctuary of Aparecida. Inspired by the Camino de Santiago, the network spans 2,500 kilometers, with a main branch of approximately 320 kilometers that can be completed in about 12 days. The route traverses the Serra da Mantiqueira within the Atlantic Forest biome, reaching altitudes of up to 1,024 meters. It passes through various conservation units and environmental protection areas, utilizing a mix of dirt trails, forests, and paved sections. The trail is noted for promoting community-based tourism and stimulating economic and social development in small towns and villages along the path. In addition to the Caminho da Fé, Brazil features other significant regional trekking and pilgrimage routes, such as the Caminho dos Veadeiros. This trail traverses the Cerrado biome, connecting Formosa and Cavalcante in Goiás across 1,212 kilometers, passing through protected areas like the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Brazil expands regional trekking and pilgrimage routes Brazil's regional trails, including the Caminho dos Veadeiros in Goiás and the Caminho da Fé in São Paulo and Minas Gerais, promote ecotourism and religious pilgrimage. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-expands-regional-trekking-and-pilgrimage-routes ### 2026-08-27: Caminho da Fé pilgrimage route connects São Paulo and Minas Gerais The Caminho da Fé is a 2,500 km religious pilgrimage network in Brazil leading to the Sanctuary of Aparecida, promoting spiritual tourism and local economic development. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caminho-da-f-pilgrimage-route-connects-so-paulo-and-minas-gerais --- Cite as: Brazilian trekking and pilgrimage routes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/brazilian-trekking-and-pilgrimage-routes