SeeSão Francisco Xavier

Cachoeira do Roncador

About

With 45 meters high, it is the tallest waterfall of São Francisco Xavier, that belongs to a private pousada. Check working hours in advance if you plan to go during weekdays. There are some buses to the waterfall departing from the São José dos Campos "Rodoviária Nova" intercity bus terminal.

Map of Cachoeira do Roncador

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São Francisco Xavier

Cachoeira Pedro David
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It is a 15-meter-high public waterfall, with tourist infrastructure and easily accessible from the São Francisco Xavier village.
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São Francisco Xavier village
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The "city center" of the district is this quiet and cozy village, with its cultural life and most services around Praça Cônego Antônio Manzi.
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Hiking/trekking

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1925 meters high, 5.0 km, low difficulty. Possible to view the city of São José dos Campos with good weather.
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Pedra Chapéu do Bispo
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Pico do Selado
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Main district

Banhado
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The "Banhado" is a huge depression and an environmental protection area located just west of downtown and north of Av. Anchieta. It offers a spectacular view, especially during the sunset, which can be enjoyed from the bars, cafes and sidewalks of the avenues surrounding it.
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Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "São José dos Campos" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0

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