
Concessionaires and transit agencies foresee a significant increase in traffic and reinforce safety guidelines for drivers and pilgrims.
AI-generated summary
The long holiday generates a seasonal increase in the flow of vehicles on Minas Gerais highways and the movement of pilgrims.
At Fernão Dias, the expectation is 1.095 million vehicles. On the Café highways, around 308 thousand vehicles are expected, while the MG-050 should receive at least 226 thousand vehicles by Monday.
The movement in Fernão Dias should increase throughout the day, especially in the late afternoon. On the Café highways, the heaviest flow is expected from 4pm this Friday (9), with an increase on Saturday (10), between the morning and early afternoon, and on the return from the holiday, on Monday (12), after noon.
On MG-050, the expected peak hours are this Friday, from 4pm to 9pm; on Saturday, from 8 am to 12 pm; and on Monday, from 12pm to 9pm.
On the Café highways, the points that should concentrate the most traffic are BR-491, between Varginha and Três Corações, and BR-459, between Pouso Alegre and Itajubá. The MG-167, between Varginha, Três Pontas and Boa Esperança, also requires attention from drivers.
The forecast is for an increase in the flow of pilgrims heading towards Aparecida (SP) for religious celebrations. The concessionaire's guidance is that pedestrians walk in the opposite direction to the flow of vehicles, use the shoulders, wear light clothing and reflective vests and remain in groups. It is also recommended to avoid headphones during the journey.
In the Passos region, the Via Nascentes concessionaire suspended work on the road to improve traffic flow. The special scheme provides for reinforcement of operational teams, redistribution of vehicles and adjustments to work schedules.
The Military Highway Police advises passengers traveling by bus or van, especially on excursions and pilgrimages, to check whether the companies and vehicles are registered and authorized by the responsible bodies.
On interstate travel, inspection is carried out by the National Land Transport Agency (ANTT). Within Minas Gerais, the responsibility lies with the Department of Highways (DER-MG).
The recommendation is to hire well-known companies, check the condition of the vehicle and check whether seat belts are available for all passengers, in addition to the necessary documentation for the trip.
The advice for drivers is to plan their journey, avoid busy times whenever possible and pay extra attention on the highways throughout the holiday.

More than 1.1 million vehicles are expected to access the coast of São Paulo during the Nossa Senhora Aparecida holiday, with greater movement on the way down to Baixada Santista on Friday and Saturday, and an intense return on Monday and Tuesday, according to forecasts from concessionaires Ecovias Imigrantes and CNL.

Hotel occupancy in Teresópolis reaches 81% and is expected to rise. The concessionaire Ecovias Rio Minas projects a flow of 214 thousand vehicles on the Rio-Teresópolis highway during the holiday, with traffic peaking on Friday and returning on Monday.

Anac authorized Westjet Airlines to operate regular passenger and cargo flights between Calgary and São Paulo from November 8, 2026, three times a week, on Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, with authorization published in the DOU.

The Port of Santos will be the embarkation location for 13 MSC Divina themed cruises in the 2026/2027 season, with attractions such as Roberto Carlos, Thiaguinho, Belo, Ivete Sangalo and Zeca Pagodinho, between November 2026 and January 2027.

Operations at Belo Horizonte International Airport, in Confins, were suspended this Saturday morning (26) due to a problem on the runway. Technical teams carry out corrective maintenance and passengers should consult their airlines.

The 2026 Mormaço Cultural Festival in Boa Vista presents the 'Gastronomic Roll', with nine special dishes inspired by regional cuisine, such as fish with açaí jelly and shrimp with fried banana, available until September 20th. The public can participate in the 'winning passport' by exchanging three stamps for a gift.