Santo Cristo, Rio Grande do Sul

Santo Cristo is a municipality located in Rio Grande do Sul, a state in southern Brazil, situated in the Noroeste Rio-Grandense region. The town covers a land area spanning approximately 367 square kilometers.

The municipality was founded on January 28, 1955, as an independent administrative division within Rio Grande do Sul state. This establishment marked the creation of a new local government area in the region.

The local community honors German heritage through celebrations and gatherings held in public spaces throughout the town. These traditions shape how people gather and celebrate together in daily life.

The town operates on UTC-3 time zone with administrative facilities managing public services. Visitors will find infrastructure serving both the urban center and surrounding rural areas.

The region has become known for strong agricultural production, particularly in dairy and meat farming. These farming activities significantly shape the local economy and rural landscape.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Inception: 1955

Elevation above the sea: 283 m

Shares border with: Alecrim, Cândido Godói, Porto Lucena, Porto Vera Cruz, Santa Rosa, Tuparendi

Website: http://santocristo.rs.gov.br/site

GPS coordinates: -27.82389,-54.66278

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40