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Caxias Airport: Your Gateway to Gramado and Canela

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With recent weather events impacting Rio Grande do Sul, the Hugo Cantergiani Airport (CXJ/SBCX) in Caxias do Sul has become the vital alternative for travelers heading to Gramado and Canela. While Salgado Filho Airport in Porto Alegre (POA) remains inoperative, Hugo Cantergiani Airport takes on an essential role, serving as the main entry point for tourism in the region.

Facade of Salgado Filho Airport (POA)
Photo by Andre Oliveira source: Flickr

Hugo Cantergiani Airport: Your Connection to the Serra Gaúcha

The importance of Hugo Cantergiani Airport intensifies at this critical moment. It not only offers a safe and reliable route for tourists but also stands out as a symbol of resilience and gaucho hospitality. With flights being redirected, the airport ensures that the magic of Gramado and Canela remains accessible to everyone. Meanwhile, the mountain towns of Gramado and Canela are gradually “adjusting” to be able to welcome tourism once again.

As Rio Grande do Sul faces the effects of the floods, Gramado and Canela rise as a beacon of hope. Tourism, a fundamental pillar of the local economy, represents the chance for a fresh start and reconstruction.

Tourism in Times of Recovery: The Importance of Gramado and Canela

For the thousands of workers who depend on the sector, the resumption of tourism means putting food on the table, paying bills, and taking care of their families. It’s the opportunity to rekindle the flame of passion that drives Gramado and Canela: the passion for welcoming visitors and providing memorable experiences.

Pátio da Matriz de São Pedro in Gramado
Photo by Marcelo Oliveira – Av. Borges de Medeiros, Gramado

To deny the importance of local tourism would be to deny the very essence of these cities. It would be to deny the opportunity for a fresh start, for reconstruction, and for a promising future for the entire community. The local economy, which relies heavily on the arrival of tourists, is ready to rise again. The hotel network, transportation services, and local commerce are vital to this rebirth. Discussing tourism now is, in fact, a form of solidarity and support for the economic recovery of these cities.

Rota do Sol: The Scenic Route to Gramado

Accessibility is a key factor for any tourist destination, and Caxias do Sul Airport meets this need with excellence. Several transportation options, including taxis, rental cars, vans, and buses, are available to facilitate travel to the neighboring towns. This variety of options offers flexibility and convenience for visitors, allowing them to choose the mode that best suits their preferences and budgets.

Photo of the airport interior, a cloudy day outside. A plane is visible through the window
Source: Flickr

The airport is not just a transit point; it is an ambassador of gaucho hospitality. In times of adversity, it stands as a beacon of resilience, ensuring that the charm of Gramado and Canela remains accessible to all. Whether you’re here to enjoy the Natal Luz or to attend the Film Festival, start your journey through the Serra Gaúcha here, at Hugo Cantergiani Airport.

Caxias do Sul Regional Airport / Hugo Cantergiani

Address: Av. Salgado Filho, 3451 – Salgado Filho, Caxias do Sul – RS, 95098-420
Code: CXJ, SBCX
Phone: (54) 3213-4014