Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima
Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima
Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima is an extensive environmental protection area spanning over 30 kilometers along the coastline of Rio de Janeiro. This region is characterized by its urban-coastal landscapes, featuring extensive sandy beaches, rocky outcrops, and remnants of restinga vegetation. The unique blend of a bustling urban environment with a preserved natural coastline provides a diverse setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more.
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Routes
4.7
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Average rating
5019
People visited

4.8
(11)
334
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(18)
260
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(32)
125
hikers
11.5km
04:20
600m
600m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(14)
207
hikers
8.81km
02:14
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(5)
397
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
192
riders
44.4km
03:36
1,300m
1,300m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
158
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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102
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
213
riders
39.0km
02:41
1,150m
1,150m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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157
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

250
riders
38.4km
02:33
1,200m
1,190m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

84
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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131
runners
26.6km
02:52
290m
290m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

80
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

68
runners
15.4km
01:39
150m
150m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(22)
40
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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28
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
riders
21.5km
01:51
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
6
riders
48.6km
03:35
980m
980m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. The area features well-maintained sidewalks for walking and jogging, and dedicated bike paths along the coastline.
There are 11 routes available in Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima across various sports. These routes have been explored by more than 17,000 visitors, with an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima features hiking opportunities, including naturalistic walks along rocky shores and urban strolls. More information on hiking options can be found in the Hiking in Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima guide.
Yes, dedicated bike paths extend along the entire coastline, suitable for both touring and road cycling. Cyclists can explore routes detailed in the Cycling in Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima guide and Road Cycling Routes in Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima.
The APA offers well-maintained sidewalks along its entire length, providing ample space for jogging and running with scenic ocean views. Information on popular routes is available in the Running Trails in Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima guide.
Yes, the region provides options for easy hikes and routes suitable for families. Specific guides include Easy hikes in Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima and Family-friendly hikes in Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima.
The area is characterized by extensive sandy beaches, rocky outcrops (costões), and remnants of restinga vegetation. While urbanized, certain species like cacti, orchids, and bromeliads can still be found on rocky shores, particularly in São Conrado.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region, including those for Hiking, Cycling, and Running Trails. There are also specialized guides for family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, and city hikes.
The Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima spans over 18 miles (30 kilometers) along the coastline of Rio de Janeiro. It covers iconic neighborhoods such as Copacabana, Ipanema, and Barra da Tijuca.
Yes, there are hiking options accessible from public transport. A specific guide, Hikes from bus stations in Área De Proteção Ambiental Da Orla Marítima, provides relevant information.
The area features various landmarks and viewpoints, including beaches, man-made monuments, and designated viewpoints offering scenic coastal vistas. The landscape design by Roberto Burle Marx in areas like Copacabana is also a notable feature.

