Chapecó

Chapecó is a city in the state of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil, spreading across gentle hills and flat valleys. The cityscape mixes low residential houses with modern buildings while wide streets connect different neighborhoods.

The city came into being on August 25, 1917, after a long conflict over borders between states. Italian and German families arrived in the early decades of the 20th century to farm and build small businesses.

The main square shows elements of Italian and German architecture that recall the first settlers from Europe. Today residents gather there for shopping and coffee while regional festivals keep traditions of different immigrant groups alive.

The Federal University of Fronteira Sul and other colleges are located in different parts of town and can be reached by bus. Visitor centers offer maps and information about attractions and events in the region.

Many processing plants handle meat from local farms for sale throughout the country. The factories sit on the edge of town but their activity shapes the economic rhythm of the municipality.

Location: Santa Catarina

Inception: August 25, 1917

Elevation above the sea: 559 m

Shares border with: Paial, Cordilheira Alta, Arvoredo, Coronel Freitas, Erval Grande, Guatambu, Nonoai, Nova Itaberaba, Planalto Alegre, Seara, Xaxim

Website: https://cmc.sc.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -27.09583,-52.61778

Latest update: December 15, 2025 00:57