Nova Veneza

Nova Veneza is a municipality in Santa Catarina with a landscape shaped by rolling hills and green spaces. The town displays Italian architecture and traditional homes that reflect the heritage of the original settlers.

Venetian immigrants established the settlement in 1891 and created a community that maintained strong connections to their homeland. These roots shaped the development of the town over generations.

The annual Festa da Gastronomia Típica Italiana showcases Northern Italian food and customs that visitors can experience directly. The festival brings local communities together and draws people seeking to discover authentic Italian traditions.

The best time to visit is during the local festival, when many restaurants and shops are open and the community feels particularly active. Regional roads connect the town to neighboring cities, making it easy to explore the surrounding area.

The name refers to Venice, the Italian city of canals, and was chosen to honor the origins of the first residents. This detail reveals how much the founders wanted to weave their hometown into the name of this new settlement.

Location: Santa Catarina

Elevation above the sea: 99 m

Shares border with: Criciúma, Morro Grande, Bom Jardim da Serra, Forquilhinha, Meleiro, São José dos Ausentes, Siderópolis

Website: http://novaveneza.sc.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -28.63694,-49.49778

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04