Corcovado

Corcovado is a natural summit in Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, rising 710 meters above the city. The eastern side shows steep granite cliffs while the western slopes descend more gently and are covered in dense Atlantic rainforest.

The mountain received its first tourist road in 1824, spanning 4 kilometers and marking the beginning of tourist infrastructure development in Brazil. The rack railway followed in 1884, opening the summit to larger numbers of visitors.

The granite peak hosts the 30 meter tall Christ the Redeemer statue, which has become a primary symbol of Brazilian identity since its completion. The statue draws thousands of visitors daily who come to see the Redeemer with outstretched arms watching over the city below.

Visitors reach the summit through the rack railway from Cosme Velho station or by hiking trails starting at Parque Lage. Early morning hours often provide clearer views and fewer crowds at the viewpoint.

The mountain contains 54 different climbing routes within Tijuca National Park, the largest urban forest on Earth. Climbers frequently use the granite faces for ascents that run parallel to the tourist paths.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Location: Alto da Boa Vista

Elevation above the sea: 710 m

GPS coordinates: -22.95195,-43.21058

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:42