Halfeld Park

Halfeld Park is a green space in central Juiz de Fora that contains a lake, a bridge, and a bamboo-style pavilion surrounded by Portuguese stone pathways. The space is located where four major streets intersect, creating a well-defined public area with natural features at the city center.

The land was owned by engineer Henrique Halfeld until 1854, when the municipal council purchased it and transformed it into the city's first public park. This acquisition marked the beginning of public green spaces in the city.

The park serves as a central gathering place where political speeches, religious ceremonies, and community celebrations regularly take place alongside the Municipal Chamber and São Sebastião Church. Residents and visitors naturally pause here during everyday life to meet and participate in these public moments.

The park is easy to reach since it sits at a central point where major streets meet. Visitors can explore the space on foot and walk around the lake and pathways without difficulty.

The site once housed the city's first municipal library and radio station in an Art Deco building designed by architect Raphael Arcuri that no longer stands. This vanished structure remains an important but often overlooked part of the city's past.

Location: Juiz de Fora

GPS coordinates: -21.76114,-43.35031

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:09