I thought you were Brazilian... you look like a typical Brazilian from the South! I'm from Canada, and I just came back from Brazil. Visited a few cities in the South, including Gramado. Very nice city, I wouldn't mind living there!
For a Brazilian the entire point of Gramado is the place being cold. People go there to feel the cold weather and maybe see some snow if they are lucky. Even on the Nordeste region there are towns where temperatures can go bellow 15 degrees. They become touristic spots and people go there just to be in an cold place. In Pernambuco, the Gramado equivalent is called Garanhuns.
First of all, Gramado is the best city in Brazil if the person doesn't care much about cold winter and beach. It is really beautiful city, i guess the only city i feel pleasure walking on the street in Brazil. The merit is mainly from local people. However gramado receive money from federal government only one example; www.gov.br/turismo/pt-br/assuntos/ultimas-noticia/gramado-recebe-r-35-milhoes-do-turismo In my opinion gramado and canela would be better if they were like faroe islands. If they have their own legal system and tax system, for sure they would have exponential growth. The salary would increase so high. By the way, if they accepted dolar and euro as city state as dubai. The cities would attratch more investiment around the world. People usually buy property in gramado for renting not to live, thats one of the reason the cost of living is so high. Normally people which works gramado live far from downton. Well it would change if it was city state. Brazil has centralized system it means the around 65- 75% city revenue goes straight for federal goverment. When it comes back so few 1-5% to the city. Around 20% goes state goverment. So the weight of the govermment is very harmful for cities. I'm not from any south state, before someone comment.
For anyone looking for warmth and safety, I recommend João Pessoa. I know all the cities mentioned in the video, but for Europeans tired of bad weather, I believe the Northeast of Brazil is a better option than the South. The cost of living is lower, and João Pessoa, in particular, is very safe. To add to this, crime in Brazil is not as severe as many people believe-most of these perceptions stem from issues in Rio de Janeiro, which can be a difficult place to live. Personally, I feel much safer in João Pessoa or any city in southern Brazil than I do in Paris, Marselhe so on.
Gramado might not be too appealing for someone who spent their entire lives in countries with harsh winters... But it is paradise for someone born and raised in the tropics. Cold weather is something Brazilians, for instance, have in high regard.
Nice video, Nordic Investor. All the region these cities are located has a different architecture because of its hystory. By the way, these towns don't receive money from governments. All credits go to local population. This region is what is because of the people that live there, not because the authorities.
Ô mentira da peste.kkkkk Os benefícios estatais começam quando o estado brasileiro banca a passagem de imigrantes e ainda distribui terras de graça para os novos colonos.
Great video. I was born and live in Canela. Both Gramado and Canela have a quality of life that no other city in Brazil can match. regarding chocolate, have you tried Prawer? this is the best one in the region. btw I'm an investor too. regards
What cities are ideal for foreigners visiting temporarily (1-3 years) like students/nomads who would like convenience of international airports etc as well as safety and amenities?
Would it be difficult to get around gramado day to day if one doesn't know brazillian portugeese？ I speak english and german, would love to visit the place
It is a bit easier to get around Gramado speaking English compared to other nearby towns because Gramado has a lot of tourists. However you will still find many store workers, waiters, taxi drivers etc who speak no English or German. I took my parents to Gramado and I had to be a translator for them as they speak no Portuguese.
A região toda foi colonizada por alemães. E muitos falam alemão. Inclusive em Gramado, ao lado da rodoviária tem uma feira famosa, onde todos os atendentes falam alemão. E toda a região ao redor.
@@annabecker777 mas o alemão falado em algumas regiões de Gramado e Canela não é o alemão padrão da alemanha (Hochdeutsch). Na serra gaúcha eles falam o Hunsrik, que é um dialeto bem diferente.
Hi there, nordicinvestor. I'm a Brazilian living in the US. I'm planning to go back to live in SC next year. I wonder if you offer any kind of services helping people how to make this transition and investment strategies in Brazil. Sorry, I didn't find a way to send this message in private. Thanks for making you videos. I appreciate seeing the perspective and opinions of a Scandinavian living in Brazil. Hilton.
When you said that you live in the US, and then write SC, I thought for a moment that you were talking about South Carolina, until I realized that you meant Santa Catarina, correct?
@jgonz260 yes, Santa Catarina. This channel is from a person who moved from Europe to Santa Catarina and makes a living on investments, so I thought I could learn some things from his experience . I should be more specific. SC sounds like South Caroline. I'm moving to Floripa after 22 years in California.
@@Slhistorias Gramado is very expensive and dont have good jobs, but its very good to open a tourism business/restaurants or even something to couples. In a meal, you can easily spend 30-50 U$$ per person. Brazil is a cheap country, but we have some places that are so expensive as Europe or USA. About the language, Yes, you need portuguese. At least you have to speak Spanish if you want to work for tourism in Florianópolis or Balneário Camboriú. Gramado you will gonna see just brazillians - the richest.
Gramado rent is fairly expensive compared to other towns in the area. Rent for a 2 bed apartment is R$3000 to R$5000 ($600 to $1000) per month. All depends on size and how close to the town centre you want to be.
Far from best town in Brazil. The fact is resembles German architeture doesnt make it better than the others. There are way more developed cities in Brazil, specially in the State of Sao Paulo and also Rio de Janeiro countryside.
I really dislike Gramado... Its sort of a "Touristown" and not very authentic, too crowded and full of tourists. But i understand it as a token for southener culture in Brazil, kinda like a place they celebrate their heritage once supressed in the country (during ww2). Personally, i really like Campos do Jordão. Buying a house there to escape the heat during the summer months here in Rio is definelly a goal of mine.
Campos do Jordão is REALLY FAKE, because there was no german our swiss setllement there. They just made all up to attract tourists. Gramado is VERY italian an German, as you can see by the surnames of most people there.
@@Marcelo-Caruccio Yes. zhe germans surely arrived at Gramado in zhe yar 1820 und built zhe most authentic McDonald's with zhe most authentic german triangular roof. The reason both cities built like they did is exactly the same. Tourism. Even Espirito Santo has more authentic towns.
@@_Bruno_Cesar_ I would say that Gramado and Canela are more italian than german, by their real origin. My city, São Leopoldo, was founded by the first german immigrants to come to Brazill in 1824, but they spread around and other places like Blumenau, SC or Igrejinha, RS are more famous for the german ancestry nowdays.
I thought you were Brazilian... you look like a typical Brazilian from the South! I'm from Canada, and I just came back from Brazil. Visited a few cities in the South, including Gramado. Very nice city, I wouldn't mind living there!
Gramado is a great city. Maybe one day you can move here!
Também temos o Vale dos vinhedos maravilhoso.
This looks amazing. I was a bit disappointed my first trip to Rj Brazil, but the areas you are showing are more my speed
I also prefer the towns and cities in the south
Nice to see another part of Brazil -
Thanks 👍
Obrigado por compartir
I live in Blumenau-SC. Would love to have you visit one day
For a Brazilian the entire point of Gramado is the place being cold. People go there to feel the cold weather and maybe see some snow if they are lucky.
Even on the Nordeste region there are towns where temperatures can go bellow 15 degrees. They become touristic spots and people go there just to be in an cold place. In Pernambuco, the Gramado equivalent is called Garanhuns.
Thanks for the info!
Spot on, that's why is so expensive
First of all, Gramado is the best city in Brazil if the person doesn't care much about cold winter and beach. It is really beautiful city, i guess the only city i feel pleasure walking on the street in Brazil.
The merit is mainly from local people. However gramado receive money from federal government only one example; www.gov.br/turismo/pt-br/assuntos/ultimas-noticia/gramado-recebe-r-35-milhoes-do-turismo
In my opinion gramado and canela would be better if they were like faroe islands. If they have their own legal system and tax system, for sure they would have exponential growth. The salary would increase so high. By the way, if they accepted dolar and euro as city state as dubai. The cities would attratch more investiment around the world.
People usually buy property in gramado for renting not to live, thats one of the reason the cost of living is so high. Normally people which works gramado live far from downton. Well it would change if it was city state.
Brazil has centralized system it means the around 65- 75% city revenue goes straight for federal goverment. When it comes back so few 1-5% to the city. Around 20% goes state goverment.
So the weight of the govermment is very harmful for cities.
I'm not from any south state, before someone comment.
Intressant video, bra jobbat!
Tack!
For anyone looking for warmth and safety, I recommend João Pessoa. I know all the cities mentioned in the video, but for Europeans tired of bad weather, I believe the Northeast of Brazil is a better option than the South. The cost of living is lower, and João Pessoa, in particular, is very safe. To add to this, crime in Brazil is not as severe as many people believe-most of these perceptions stem from issues in Rio de Janeiro, which can be a difficult place to live. Personally, I feel much safer in João Pessoa or any city in southern Brazil than I do in Paris, Marselhe so on.
João pessoa is a very nice city
Gramado might not be too appealing for someone who spent their entire lives in countries with harsh winters... But it is paradise for someone born and raised in the tropics. Cold weather is something Brazilians, for instance, have in high regard.
That's true, Brazilians love these colder towns
I live here and it is BY FAR the most beautiful city in the country. It is our small Europe.
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This is brazil 🇧🇷 is not Europe
Very alike.
@@deanabdullah6761 É Brasil, mas não se parece em NADA com o Brasil!!!
@@nordicinvestorcidade extremamente linda e segura e tem outras .
Gramado is great and the surrounding cities too. Canela, São Francisco, Nova Petrópolis... great region to live, no doubt
Its a great region !
I have been there with my wife and our kids. By the way my wife is gaúcha kkkk
That city looks like Brazilian Bavaria. We enjoyed by being there 👍🏻
Its a nice place, especially for the kids 👍
Sou aqui do Jhoinville de SC ^^ -
Engraçado você dizer isso, minha família que possui muitos hotéis em gramado, é a mesma família que fundou a baviera 500 anos d.c
Nice video, Nordic Investor. All the region these cities are located has a different architecture because of its hystory. By the way, these towns don't receive money from governments. All credits go to local population. This region is what is because of the people that live there, not because the authorities.
Very true, thanks for your comments !
Ô mentira da peste.kkkkk
Os benefícios estatais começam quando o estado brasileiro banca a passagem de imigrantes e ainda distribui terras de graça para os novos colonos.
Great video. I was born and live in Canela. Both Gramado and Canela have a quality of life that no other city in Brazil can match. regarding chocolate, have you tried Prawer? this is the best one in the region. btw I'm an investor too. regards
Brazil, muito diferente.
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Hard working European immigrants can do amazing things if left alone. Regards from Florida 🇺🇸 .
What cities are ideal for foreigners visiting temporarily (1-3 years) like students/nomads who would like convenience of international airports etc as well as safety and amenities?
Cities such as Florianopolis, Curitiba and Belo horizonte are nice and fairly safe for foreigners visiting temporarily.
Can you recommend some of the safest and cheapest towns in south to live as a digital nomad?
O sul do Brasil geralmente é seguro
I will release a video tomorrow about a safe and cheap city in santa catarina
Would it be difficult to get around gramado day to day if one doesn't know brazillian portugeese？ I speak english and german, would love to visit the place
It is a bit easier to get around Gramado speaking English compared to other nearby towns because Gramado has a lot of tourists. However you will still find many store workers, waiters, taxi drivers etc who speak no English or German. I took my parents to Gramado and I had to be a translator for them as they speak no Portuguese.
@@nordicinvestor Thank you! I'll take note sir!
A região toda foi colonizada por alemães. E muitos falam alemão. Inclusive em Gramado, ao lado da rodoviária tem uma feira famosa, onde todos os atendentes falam alemão. E toda a região ao redor.
@@annabecker777 mas o alemão falado em algumas regiões de Gramado e Canela não é o alemão padrão da alemanha (Hochdeutsch). Na serra gaúcha eles falam o Hunsrik, que é um dialeto bem diferente.
Hi there, nordicinvestor. I'm a Brazilian living in the US. I'm planning to go back to live in SC next year. I wonder if you offer any kind of services helping people how to make this transition and investment strategies in Brazil. Sorry, I didn't find a way to send this message in private. Thanks for making you videos. I appreciate seeing the perspective and opinions of a Scandinavian living in Brazil. Hilton.
Glad that you like my videos. Sorry I do not offer any such services at the moment
@@nordicinvestor sure, thank you anyways 👍
When you said that you live in the US, and then write SC, I thought for a moment that you were talking about South Carolina, until I realized that you meant Santa Catarina, correct?
@jgonz260 yes, Santa Catarina. This channel is from a person who moved from Europe to Santa Catarina and makes a living on investments, so I thought I could learn some things from his experience . I should be more specific. SC sounds like South Caroline. I'm moving to Floripa after 22 years in California.
@@hilfsil Sounds good. Thank you for answering. Best wishes,
O q faz uma cidade a melhor cidade do Brasil para morar?
Qualidade de vida, segurança, população educada
Subjetivo.
Can I go there and find a job ?
Yes
@@eduardocoutochueri9920 i need to speak Portuguese
@@Slhistorias Gramado is very expensive and dont have good jobs, but its very good to open a tourism business/restaurants or even something to couples. In a meal, you can easily spend 30-50 U$$ per person. Brazil is a cheap country, but we have some places that are so expensive as Europe or USA. About the language, Yes, you need portuguese. At least you have to speak Spanish if you want to work for tourism in Florianópolis or Balneário Camboriú. Gramado you will gonna see just brazillians - the richest.
Its possible, most jobs will be in hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions
No. You need perfect Portuguese and the city is EXPENSIVE
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Hi, How much are rental rooms or apartments there ?
Gramado rent is fairly expensive compared to other towns in the area. Rent for a 2 bed apartment is R$3000 to R$5000 ($600 to $1000) per month. All depends on size and how close to the town centre you want to be.
Uma verdade dura de aceitar: Chocolate Suíço e Belga, só tem fama.
Very true!
Far from best town in Brazil. The fact is resembles German architeture doesnt make it better than the others. There are way more developed cities in Brazil, specially in the State of Sao Paulo and also Rio de Janeiro countryside.
Very true 🤣
Bit of a tourist trap.
Gramado is expensive as hell for Brazilian standards.
True, its expensive
For some reason, Germans build good cities.
I really dislike Gramado... Its sort of a "Touristown" and not very authentic, too crowded and full of tourists.
But i understand it as a token for southener culture in Brazil, kinda like a place they celebrate their heritage once supressed in the country (during ww2).
Personally, i really like Campos do Jordão. Buying a house there to escape the heat during the summer months here in Rio is definelly a goal of mine.
Thanks for the tip about Campos do Jordão
Campos do Jordão is REALLY FAKE, because there was no german our swiss setllement there. They just made all up to attract tourists. Gramado is VERY italian an German, as you can see by the surnames of most people there.
@@Marcelo-Caruccio Yes.
zhe germans surely arrived at Gramado in zhe yar 1820 und built zhe most authentic McDonald's with zhe most authentic german triangular roof.
The reason both cities built like they did is exactly the same. Tourism.
Even Espirito Santo has more authentic towns.
@@_Bruno_Cesar_ I would say that Gramado and Canela are more italian than german, by their real origin. My city, São Leopoldo, was founded by the first german immigrants to come to Brazill in 1824, but they spread around and other places like Blumenau, SC or Igrejinha, RS are more famous for the german ancestry nowdays.
Campos do Jordão é que não é autêntica! É uma cidade fake!!
you don't look nordic tbh hahaha
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