Aracruz

Aracruz is a coastal municipality in Espírito Santo that covers a large area including protected zones and biological reserves along the Atlantic Ocean. The region combines urban areas with extensive natural landscapes that define its character.

The region was founded in 1556 when Jesuit priests established a settlement that would grow into a significant local community. The name Aracruz became official in 1943.

The city maintains deep ties to indigenous peoples, with Tupiniquim and Guarani communities residing here and practicing ancestral crafts. These traditions shape how people connect to the land and each other today.

The city is well connected by major highways BR-101, ES-010, and ES-124 that link it to surrounding regions. These routes make arriving and traveling through the area straightforward.

The region protects two significant nature reserves that safeguard extensive coastal habitats and rare animal species. These reserves allow visitors to experience ecosystems typical of the South American coast.

Location: Espírito Santo

Inception: 1556

Elevation above the sea: 63 m

Shares border with: Fundão, Ibiraçu, João Neiva, Linhares

Website: http://pma.es.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -19.82000,-40.27278

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:39