Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa
Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa
Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa is a protected region in the central-south of Minas Gerais, Brazil, known for its distinctive karst topography. This landscape features a variety of geological formations, including dolines, limestone cliffs, and rocky outcrops, alongside numerous lakes. Situated within the Cerrado biome, the area presents a diverse natural environment with dry forests and unique plant species, providing a compelling setting for several outdoor sports like touring cycling.
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5.0
(1)
7
riders
10.5km
00:41
110m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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riders
6.90km
00:25
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.2km
02:01
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
41.2km
03:51
930m
930m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa is a protected region in central-south Minas Gerais, Brazil. It is known for its distinctive karst topography, including dolines, limestone cliffs, and numerous lakes. The area spans approximately 37,735 hectares and is situated within the Cerrado biome.
Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa offers routes for outdoor activities, primarily touring cycling and mountain biking. The region's varied terrain, geological formations, and lakes provide a dynamic backdrop for rides. There are 4 routes available for exploration.
Yes, touring cycling is a prominent activity in Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa. The region features 2 touring cycling routes. Guides such as Cycling in Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa and Traffic-free bike rides in Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa provide further details.
Yes, Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa offers mountain biking opportunities. There are 2 mountain biking routes available in the region. The diverse terrain and natural features provide varied experiences for mountain bikers.
The region is characterized by its karst topography, featuring numerous dolines (sinkholes), limestone cliffs, and rocky outcrops. It also contains many lakes and a complex network of subterranean systems, including hundreds of accessible caves. The area is part of the Cerrado biome.
Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa is considered the cradle of Brazilian paleontology, archaeology, and speleology. It contains significant paleontological sites with megafauna fossils from the Pleistocene era. Vestiges of prehistoric human occupation, dating back approximately 12,000 years, have also been found.
Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa has been explored by more than 50 visitors on komoot. The available routes have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 4 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers guides for the region. These include Cycling in Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa and Traffic-free bike rides in Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa. These guides provide detailed information for planning outdoor adventures.
Information about Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa can be found on the ICMBio website. The official page is ICMBio APA Carste de Lagoa Santa.
The administrative headquarters for the Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa can be reached by phone. The contact number is +553136813185. This number connects to the ICMBio office responsible for the area.
Área De Proteção Ambiental Carste De Lagoa Santa covers an area of approximately 37,735 hectares (about 93,246 acres). This extensive protected area encompasses parts of several municipalities in Minas Gerais, Brazil.

