Overview
Blumenau is in Brazil.
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Before you go
Accommodation
Double rooms available for around R$70 per night on arrival; avoid booking online for inflated prices.
Culture
Heavily German-influenced; Oktoberfest in October is world's second largest beer festival.
Food
Diverse cuisine: German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese. Cheap all-you-can-eat at Gutes Essen.
Language
English is not widely spoken; German may be more useful in cheaper restaurants.
Safety
Blumenau is generally safe but watch for pickpockets in buses and downtown. Rua XV de Novembro is camera-monitored.