Quick ride by bicycle from Curitiba to São José dos Pinhais

Here’s a fun and easy cycling route that takes you from Curitiba to São José dos Pinhais, both vibrant cities in the south of Brazil. You’ll cover a little over 16 km—just enough to get your legs moving without feeling like a marathon. Most of the journey is on smooth asphalt (expect almost 100% paved surfaces), and you spend most of your ride on nice cycleways, so it’s beginner-friendly and pretty relaxing.

You start in Curitiba, known for its innovative urban planning and green spaces—think of rides along leafy boulevards. As you leave the city behind, you roll gently southward; the ride isn’t too hilly, with about 70 meters up and 100 meters down, so nothing too demanding. São José dos Pinhais, your destination, is a growing hub with charming local flavor and is actually home to the region’s international airport.

Expect a safe, scenic ride with minimal traffic worries. Perfect if you’re into city-to-city rides without too much hustle!