Timóteo

Timóteo is an industrial municipality in Minas Gerais that stretches along the Piracicaba River. The town sits at about 392 meters above sea level and spans roughly 144 square kilometers.

The municipality was founded in 1964 during an industrial expansion period in Minas Gerais. Its growth became closely tied to steel production and factory development in the region.

The name Timóteo reflects the early settlers and workers who shaped the town. The local community today centers on industrial work and daily life along the river, where much of the town's activity unfolds.

The town is generally walkable, with flat to gently rolling terrain along the river. Visitors should be aware of the strong industrial presence and check which areas are open to the public before exploring.

Rio Doce State Park, one of the first protected areas in Minas Gerais dating from 1944, offers visitors a green escape from the industrial surroundings. The park protects local forest and provides a chance to step outside the urban landscape.

Location: Minas Gerais

Inception: April 29, 1964

Elevation above the sea: 392 m

Shares border with: Jaguaraçu, Coronel Fabriciano, Bom Jesus do Galho, Marliéria, Caratinga, Ipatinga

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

GPS coordinates: -19.58278,-42.64389

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:26