Before you go
Your trip to Ouro Fino.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Ouro Fino – MG Destination Malhas do Sul de Minas
How to get there
The MG-290 guides the approach to the Monumento Menino da Porteira, at the access to Ouro Fino near the roundabout. Plan your entry and stop off the roadway; those arriving on foot should follow the directions for their branch of the pilgrimage route.
How many days
One day in Ouro Fino allows you to see the monument and explore the town center. To arrive via the Caminho da Fé, factor in the rest needed between stages separately.
When to go
Choose a date for Ouro Fino that allows you to visit the monument with good visibility. On a walking trip, check the schedule/forecast of the stages and arrange accommodation before starting the route.
Do you need a car?
The Ouro Fino monument is located beside the road access, requiring care when traveling from your accommodation. Hired transport can serve the visit; pilgrims need to arrange support for the walk.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What does the Menino da Porteira in Ouro Fino represent?
The monument honors the song that references the city. It is a reinforced concrete sculpture installed at its road access.
Where is the Monumento Menino da Porteira located?
It is on the MG-290, on the access stretch to Ouro Fino, with Posto Trevo as a reference. Confirm a safe entry point before stopping your vehicle.