São Lourenço da Serra

São Lourenço da Serra is a municipality in the São Paulo metropolitan region with dense forests covering much of its landscape and residential development concentrated in northern areas. The terrain transitions from heavily wooded zones in the south to more built-up sections where most inhabitants live.

The area was part of Itapecerica da Serra until administrative changes in 1993 led to the creation of a separate municipality. This reorganization reflected broader shifts in how the metropolitan region was divided and governed.

Local life revolves around connections to the surrounding forests and agricultural traditions visible in how residents use the land. These practices shape the character of neighborhoods and community gatherings throughout the year.

The municipality sits at an elevation of around 715 meters and connects to the broader metropolitan area through regional road networks. This position makes it relatively accessible from other population centers in the region.

The municipality protects significant portions of Atlantic Forest that serve as wildlife corridors connecting to other protected areas across the region. These wooded zones allow animals to move freely between distant conservation areas.

Location: São Paulo

Inception: 1993

Elevation above the sea: 715 m

Shares border with: Cotia, Embu-Guaçu, Ibiúna, Itapecerica da Serra, Juquitiba

Website: http://saolourencodaserra.sp.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -23.85278,-46.94278

Latest update: December 23, 2025 22:35