Wenceslau Braz, Paraná

Wenceslau Braz is a municipality in the Norte Pioneiro region of Paraná in southern Brazil. The area spans around 400 square kilometers at an elevation of roughly 840 meters and is shaped by farmland and small rural settlements.

The municipality takes its name from Wenceslau Braz Pereira Gomes, who served as President of Brazil from 1914 to 1918. The area developed as part of the frontier expansion of the Norte Pioneiro region, growing through gradual settlement and land development.

The area preserves farming traditions that shape daily life and the identity of those who live here. Agriculture remains central to the community and defines the rhythm of local activities.

The area lies about 325 kilometers from São Paulo and connects to neighboring cities through regional road networks. Access is mainly via regional highways that pass through farmland.

The area is known for its position at the boundary between different geographic zones, where forest edges meet open farmland. This location has shaped both the farming practices and the appearance of the landscape.

GPS coordinates: -23.87488,-49.80359

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:26