The Itupava Trail is a path that connects the coastal plain with the continental shelf and runs through the rugged Serra do Mar and it is the oldest trail in Parana state. It was initially used by indigenous groups, and later its colonial use as an access and trade route contributed to the economic development of the region in the 17th century. It was later abandoned due to the opening of the Curitiba-Paranaguá railway line in 1885.
With the development of urban society, particularly in Curitiba, the trail is currently being used for recreational purposes and is one of the most traditional routes for long walks. Although the path is easy to walk, it is quite challenging due to the terrain and its length. The trail is mostly damp, sometimes wet, and the paved section is on a steep slope that is very slippery.
Facilities such as restrooms, shops, and mobile signal are available at the entrance of the trail in Quatro Barras, where you must register, and at the end in the Porto de Cima neighborhood in Morretes. Otherwise, the trail has no infrastructure.
Text and picture sources:
https://www.alltrails.com/de/route/brazil/parana--2/caminho-do-itupava
