Cycling day trip from São Caetano do Sul to São Paulo

If you’re up for a vibrant ride, the route from São Caetano do Sul to São Paulo is a great way to mix urban exploration with some light exercise. Covering just over 21 km, this journey packs in scenic residential streets and lively urban stretches. You’ll start in São Caetano do Sul, a city famous for its high quality of life and strong Italian heritage—think delicious bakeries and welcoming neighborhoods.

The path is mostly paved or asphalt, with a solid share of quiet roads and a few dedicated cycleways. Expect to climb and descend a bit (over 330 meters of ascent and descent each), but nothing too grueling as the elevation hovers around 800 meters at the highest point.

As you approach São Paulo, you’ll notice the shift to bigger boulevards and the city’s ever-busy vibe. São Paulo is Brazil’s largest city and a cultural powerhouse, so reward yourself after the ride with a coffee or pastel in one of its countless cafés or markets. Don’t forget to snap a photo on Avenida Paulista—you’ve earned it!