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Flower fields in Brazil: outings to enjoy spring with family

Learn about the best flower fields in Brazil to visit in spring. Holambra, Serra de Ibiapaba, and much more with your family

By Caroline Sundfeld

Spring in Brazil, which runs from September 22 or 23 to December 21 or 22, is an invitation to contemplate nature in its splendor. If your family is looking for colorful and vibrant scenery, you’ll be enchanted by various flower fields open for tourist visits in several regions of the country. Here are some of the most charming destinations to stroll through during the season.

Flower fields open for tourist visits in Brazil

Holambra flower fields, São Paulo

Known as the “City of Flowers,” Holambra is famous for its colorful flower fields, especially tulips. During Expoflora, an annual event held in the city, the fields are open for visitation, offering a wonderful experience for the whole family with floral arrangement exhibitions and traditional dances.

Did you know that Holambra is responsible for 50% of the flower market in Brazil and receives, on average, one million tourists annually? The municipality offers other tourist routes such as the Deck of Love, Vitória Régia square, traditional restaurants on Dória Vasconcelos street, and the United Peoples Windmill.

To visit the flower fields in Holambra, we recommend hiring local tourism agency services, which organize guided tours through the plantations. Additionally, during Expoflora, the fields are open to the public. Remember that this year’s event begins on August 30.

Fazenda Akã Lavandário, Bahia

Fazenda Akã Essential Oils, located in Bahia, is an ideal destination for lavender lovers. The property stands out for its vast plantation, open for visitation. You can stroll through the fields, pick fresh lavender, and enjoy a café that serves products made from the flower.

To visit Fazenda Akã, we recommend planning ahead. The location can be visited both independently and through tours organized by tourism agencies in the region.

Serra de Ibiapaba, Ceará

Serra de Ibiapaba, located in Ceará state, houses Brazil’s largest rose plantation, making it an unmissable tourist attraction for those fascinated by these flowers. This region is responsible for a large part of the Northeast’s ornamental plant production. Rose cultivation there is a notable example of adaptation to the local climate.

Lavender fields in Cunha, São Paulo

Cunha, located in São Paulo state, is a destination that has gained fame among traveling families, mainly for its beautiful lavender fields. The city offers a spectacular view of mountains framed by lavender fields.

The Lavandário is one of the region’s main attractions. You can walk among the lavender and appreciate the landscape, while enjoying a café that serves products made from the flower. To visit Cunha’s Lavandário, we recommend planning your visit during operating hours, usually on weekends and holidays.

Near the Lavandário is the Contemplário, a lesser-known and more tranquil space, with plantations of lavender, rosemary, lemongrass, and other aromatic plants, which enchants with the opportunity to actually walk among the vegetation. The location offers a very sensory experience, allowing you to stroll through gardens, participate in aromatherapy workshops, and learn more about lavender cultivation. The Contemplário also has a shop that offers handmade products made with lavender, such as essential oils, soaps, and scented sachets.

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Lavender fields in Espírito Santo

Lavandário Pedra Azul, located in Espírito Santo, is a destination that attracts families and nature lovers with its vast lavender plantations. Situated in the Pedra Azul region, the lavender field provides contact with nature and its tranquility.

To visit Lavandário Pedra Azul, we recommend following the official Instagram profile @lavandariopedraazul for updated information about operating hours and special events.

Lavender Route, Paraná

The Lavender Route in Paraná is a new tourist attraction that has been enchanting visitors with its lavender fields, picturesque landscapes, and the tranquility of rural tourism. Lavandário Vale dos Sonhos, located in Colônia Witmarsum, in Palmeira, and Santa Lavanda, located at Fazenda Palhano, in Londrina, provide beautiful landscapes for the whole family.

Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul

Bonito, situated in the heart of the Pantanal of Mato Grosso do Sul, is world-famous for its aquatic beauties. However, during spring, this destination reveals an additional charm: its cerrado flower fields.

Tours such as the Boca da Onça trail, Waterfalls Park, Estância Mimosa, Fazenda Ceita Corê, and Buraco das Araras offer a beautiful landscape for observing flowers.

Itamonte, Minas Gerais

Itamonte, a charming city in southern Minas Gerais, is home to the enchanting Lavandário Mantiqueira. This refuge is surrounded by lavender fields that, in full bloom, offer a stunning view of the Mantiqueira Mountains. You can stroll through the gardens, pick fresh lavender, and explore a shop that offers a variety of lavender-based products.

Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro

The flower fields in Caxambu, a neighborhood in Petrópolis, are another ideal destination for families passionate about nature. Located in one of the city’s most picturesque regions, these fields display a profusion of colors and aromas. To get in touch and schedule a visit, just call (24) 99908-8119.

Vargem Alta, Rio de Janeiro

The locality of Vargem Alta, belonging to the district of São Pedro da Serra, in Nova Friburgo, is known as the “Land of Flowers” due to its charming flower farms open for visitation.

Fazenda das Flores Heckert, for example, is known for its beautiful gardens and a vast variety of floral species. The flowery fields, with their colors and pleasant aromas, are perfect for walks and photo sessions. The farm stands out for its commitment to sustainability and environmental preservation. To get there, follow RJ-142 toward São Pedro da Serra. The farm is well-signposted and accessible by paved roads.

Another attraction in Nova Friburgo is HortoTher Flores, known for its diversified production and the beauty of its plants, being an excellent place for those who want to explore more of the local floriculture. It can be visited during flowering season, and it’s advisable to check operating hours and whether appointments are necessary beforehand.

Joinville, Santa Catarina

Joinville is affectionately known as the City of Flowers, and for good reason. For 172 years, German, Swiss, and Norwegian immigrants brought with them the tradition of flower cultivation. This tradition was maintained and flourished over the years, transforming Joinville into a true garden.

HEMERO — Gardens as Art, is the largest Hemerocallis producer in Latin America. The park offers a 1 km route that passes through six gardens of flowers and exotic plants, a carp pond, a charming chapel, ecological trails, a children’s playground, and a plant market.

Additionally, Joinville celebrates its rich floral heritage with annual events that reinforce its title as City of Flowers, such as the HEMERO Spring Festival and the 84th Joinville Flower Festival, which will be held from November 12 to 17.

Let’s visit Brazil’s flower fields?

Each of these destinations provides an incredible opportunity for your family to connect with the environment, learn about different species of plants and flowers, and most importantly: create memories together. Plan your visit and be enchanted by the flower fields, where nature blooms in its most beautiful form.