this approximately 250 meter hill has a charming cobbled pathway that winds its way up the mountain, where rare bird and other animal sightings are common.

from the top, a complete view of copacabana is the reward for a 40 minute walk uphill, in addition to many of the most famous mountains that create rio's landscape.

there are beautiful views of niterói and sugarloaf mountain along the way, and as the foot of the mountain houses an active military base, the hike is guaranteed to be safe as well as enjoyable.