The glass platform is one of the longest of its kind in the world, suspended using a specialized cable-stayed mechanism.
The project was inaugurated in 2020 as the first major glass attraction in Latin America designed to overlook a deep canyon.
The 'Abusado' monorail chairs are suspended on a track located directly under the glass floor, offering a unique perspective of the valley depth.
The site uses non-reflective, high-strength tempered glass to ensure structural safety and visibility.
The memorial on-site features local ironwork artifacts that pay tribute to the historical industry of the Serra Gaúcha region.
Skyglass Canela features a 35-meter-long glass platform extending 360 meters above the Santa Maria Valley. The attraction utilizes a cable-stayed system anchored into the basalt cliffs of the Serra Gaúcha. Below the platform, the 'Abusado' monorail consists of suspended chairs that glide beneath the glass walkway. The site includes a thematic memorial dedicated to the local iron history of the region. Visitors can view the surrounding native Atlantic Forest canopy and the falls located within the valley. The structural engineering project was specifically designed to handle high-wind scenarios typical of the Canela plateau. It operates as a privately managed eco-tourism attraction near the Caracol area.
The very tip of the glass platform provides the best vantage point for capturing the valley expanse below.
Wear comfortable, flat shoes as the platform surface is glass and requires walking across the entire length.
Check the weather forecast for fog levels, as the valley visibility can change rapidly throughout the day.
Visit during the early afternoon to allow the morning mist to clear from the valley floor.
Avoid arriving during heavy fog or rainy weather, as the visual impact of the glass platform is significantly reduced.
Loose items must be secured; specialized bags or pockets are provided for cameras and phones to prevent dropping objects onto the valley floor.
