Nova Petropolis is a municipality in the state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil. It is another town which is a short drive away from Gramado. And being the most German town in Brazil, I couldn't but visit it and see what traditions had been preserved! It boasts charming Germanic architecture, natural spots that you should not miss, and a mix of culinary experiences to indulge in. Start at Praça das Flores -flower square- and walk over to the Green Maze -labirinto verde. Once you are out of the maze, continue your stroll toward the Monumento do Cooperativismo. Then ride or walk to the Parque Aldeia do Imigrante. This is a large property of about 10 hectares that showcases German culture and the history of the German colonization of the region. You can enjoy the landscape, a Biergarten, and shops for artisanal and colonial products. Other sites that might interest you: Parque esculturas pedras do silêncio where more than 80 sculptures portray professions and personalities from the daily lives of the immigrants, Ninha das Águias or Eagle's Nest Mount for a breathtaking view or to use the free fight ramp, and a guided tour of the Cervejaria Edelbrau, a typical German brewery that tells stories about the region.