Running in Rio?
Sep 5, 2011 | 9:08 am
#16
Join Date: Apr 2006
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You say that you "Sometimes late at night (10-11PM)" take a run along the beach. I think you have been lucky and I recommend that you read about the crime statistics in Rio.
There are robberies along the beaches even during the day. At night, your odds of getting mugged or worse go up considerably.
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There are robberies along the beaches even during the day. At night, your odds of getting mugged or worse go up considerably.
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I am not sure, who you are trying to scare?
Sep 6, 2011 | 11:20 am
#17
Join Date: Jul 2006
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You'll see people running, walking, cycling at all hours. Even when just walking I didn't carry valuables I was afraid of losing, but still enjoyed being there. There are signs painted to indicate where pedestrians vs. cyclists should go. There are lots of organized groups, inclduing the running and beer drinking Hash House Harriers, one of many such groups worldwide, which run (or walk, if you prefer) in various areas: http://www.riohhh.com/
Nov 30, 2011 | 12:03 pm
#19
Join Date: Nov 2011
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Definitely second this recommendation. There is a nice bike/pedestrian trail encircling the Lagoon that is worth it. I wouldn't advise running there at night - not because of the safety, but due to the massive amounts of pedestrians going to the bars and restaurants around there.