Porto Ferreira

Porto Ferreira is a municipality in São Paulo that spreads across hilly terrain shaped by the Mojiguaçu River. Natural landscapes define much of the area's character and how the town is laid out among its surroundings.

The settlement began in the 1800s at a ferry crossing operated by João Inácio Ferreira and eventually grew into an independent municipality. This simple beginning at a river crossing shaped how the place developed and took its name.

The town has deep Catholic roots that shape daily community life, with various congregations and religious gatherings woven into the local social fabric. This spiritual character remains central to how residents connect with one another.

The town connects to neighboring regions through major highways that make travel straightforward for visitors. Getting around relies on these road connections, which link the area to other nearby towns and cities.

A protected area within the municipality preserves local plants and wildlife, established to safeguard the natural surroundings for future generations. This forest zone offers a quiet place to observe native species and understand the area's ecology.

Location: São Paulo

Inception: 1896

Elevation above the sea: 549 m

Shares border with: Santa Rita do Passa Quatro, Pirassununga, Descalvado, Santa Cruz das Palmeiras

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

GPS coordinates: -21.85389,-47.47889

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:23