Crateús

Crateús is a municipality in northwestern Ceará, stretching across a large area shaped by the Poti River. The Serra Grande mountain range forms a natural boundary and adds to the region's varied landscape.

The settlement began in the 17th century when Portuguese colonizers moved into areas previously inhabited by indigenous Kariri people. This early period of contact shaped how the region developed and its lasting heritage.

The name Crateús comes from the Kariri language, showing how local traditions remain connected to indigenous roots. People here keep this heritage alive through their daily customs and way of life.

Dr. Lúcio Lima Airport connects the area to other regions and makes traveling here easier. The large size of this municipality means you should allow time to explore its different areas.

A private nature reserve called Serra das Almas protects native plant areas and is an important place for rare animal and plant species. Those interested in nature can find habitats there that are hard to see elsewhere in this form.

Location: Ceará

Elevation above the sea: 274 m

Shares border with: Poranga, Buriti dos Montes, Independência, Ipaporanga, Novo Oriente, São Miguel do Tapuio, Tamboril

GPS coordinates: -5.17778,-40.67778

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:14