Serro

Serro is a municipality located in the highlands of Minas Gerais at an elevation of approximately 880 meters (2,887 feet) in southeastern Brazil. The town sits on mountainous terrain surrounded by forests that define the character of this highland region.

The settlement began in the 18th century during Brazil's gold rush period when Portuguese colonists established a mining administration center. These origins as a mining town continue to shape the identity and development of the place today.

The town is known for its cheese-making tradition, with families following methods passed down through generations. You can find fresh cheese sold in local shops and markets, where the craft remains an important part of daily life.

The town connects to larger centers through regional highways with regular bus services to neighboring towns and to the state capital Belo Horizonte. Visitors should expect cool mountain weather and wear proper footwear for the hilly terrain.

The area encompasses a large section of Pico do Itambé State Park, a protected nature reserve where rare mountain plants and forest trails exist. This protected zone allows visitors to explore the native landscape that defines the highlands of this region.

Location: Minas Gerais

Elevation above the sea: 884 m

Shares border with: Conceição do Mato Dentro, Santo Antônio do Itambé, Alvorada de Minas, Couto de Magalhães de Minas, Datas, Diamantina, Presidente Kubitschek, Rio Vermelho, Sabinópolis, Serra Azul de Minas

Website: http://serro.mg.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -18.60444,-43.37944

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:35