Lagoa Vermelha

Lagoa Vermelha is a municipality in Rio Grande do Sul state in southern Brazil and serves as an administrative center for the surrounding rural region. The town has schools, shops, and health centers that serve the daily needs of residents and visitors.

Settlement began in the early 1800s when pioneers established communities in this southern region. The municipality grew gradually as a local administrative center for surrounding farmland.

The municipality takes its name from a reddish lake in the area, reflecting the region's geology. You will encounter this name often in local stories and on signs throughout the territory.

The municipality is easy to reach from the surrounding landscape, with roads connecting to larger cities in the region. The best time to visit depends on your preference for weather, as seasons bring different conditions, so plan accordingly.

The area was originally surrounded by forest before pioneers began clearing land for farming. This transformation of the landscape shaped the municipality's development and how it looks today.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Inception: January 25, 1845

Elevation above the sea: 801 m

Shares border with: André da Rocha, Barracão, Rio Grande do Sul, Capão Bonito do Sul, Caseiros, Esmeralda, Rio Grande do Sul, Guabiju, Ibiaçá, Ibiraiaras, Muitos Capões, Pinhal da Serra, Sananduva, Santo Expedito do Sul, São Jorge, Rio Grande do Sul, Tupanci do Sul

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

GPS coordinates: -28.20889,-51.52583

Latest update: December 22, 2025 18:08