São José dos Ausentes

São José dos Ausentes stands at an elevation of 1200 meters, featuring extensive grasslands, forests, and numerous natural waterfalls across its territory.

The municipality gained its official status in 1992, emerging from earlier settlements where inhabitants focused on raising cattle and cultivating local crops.

Local residents maintain their agricultural heritage through regular markets, farming practices, and seasonal celebrations that highlight regional products.

Visitors can reach the municipality via paved roads from Porto Alegre, with accommodations ranging from rural guesthouses to mountain lodges.

The municipality contains Monte Negro Peak, reaching 1403 meters, making it the highest elevation point in Rio Grande do Sul state.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Inception: 1992

Elevation above the sea: 1,200 m

Shares border with: Bom Jesus, Bom Jardim da Serra, Cambará do Sul, Jaquirana, Morro Grande, Nova Veneza, São Joaquim, Timbé do Sul

Website: http://saojosedosausentes.rs.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -28.74778,-50.06583

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:56