Tapejara: Events and the History of the Araucaria

Tapejara is located in the northeastern region of the state of Rio Grande do Sul and is part of the Rota das Araucárias tourist region. Reasons to visit range from major events and motorsports to local history and a religious site in a wooded setting. If you’re planning a family trip, it’s worth first considering whether a specific event date or Tapejara’s range of different attractions should guide your plans.

Events for Different Occasions

At each edition of Expo Tapejara, Parque Municipal Ângelo Eugênio Dametto brings together thousands of visitors, companies, producers, entrepreneurs, and families. The program includes culture, gastronomy, and shows for visitors of all ages. This means Expo appeals not only to people with business or entrepreneurial interests: families are also among those who gather at each edition. For a family traveling together, the event date can therefore be an occasion that brings different interests together, without everyone needing to come for the same reason.

Another event is Rodeio Interestadual, held in January of even-numbered years. If you’re considering Tapejara because of this event, January and the schedule of even-numbered years can help guide your travel planning. Expo Tapejara and Rodeio Interestadual are different occasions, each with its own timing, so consider which event matters more for your stay.

Motorsports and a Site in a Wooded Setting

Motódromo Municipal Paulinho Chiaparini has a motocross track and a velocross track. This also gives Tapejara a clear appeal for anyone interested in these two motorsports. The motódromo is a different side of the town from its major event dates: it’s about the motocross and velocross tracks, not an event listed on the calendar. If motorsports are among your interests, you can take this into account when deciding whether Tapejara is a good fit for your trip.

Gruta Nossa Senhora de Lourdes brings together several features: it is in a wooded setting, has facilities for celebrations, and houses an image of Our Lady of Lourdes. Thus, Tapejara’s character encompasses religious significance as well as events and sports. For travelers who want to discover different cultural and local attractions, it offers a different point of interest from Expo, Rodeio, or motorsports.

The Story of an Ancient Araucaria

Tapejara was home to an araucaria more than 400 years old, considered one of the municipality’s most important attractions. After part of the tree was felled in 2015 because of strong winds, the remaining, completely hollow trunk was turned into the Monumento Arcângelo Pereira (in memoriam) on January 22, 2016. It was intended to be displayed in Parque Municipal Ângelo Eugênio Dametto. This story gives a trip to Tapejara a historical connection, too: it tells of a distinctive tree, its damage by strong winds, and the transformation of the remaining trunk into a monument.

When choosing a vacation rental in Tapejara, you can start by deciding what brings you there. If an event is your main focus, the Expo dates or the January schedule of Rodeio Interestadual are the natural points of reference. If you’re more interested in the town’s attractions, consider the motorsports tracks, Gruta Nossa Senhora de Lourdes, and the history of the araucaria. This way, your search can reflect the focus of your trip instead of trying to fit every experience into a single itinerary.

Discover More Destinations

If you’d also like to explore other destinations: Carazinho, Esteio, São Pedro Do Sul, Getúlio Vargas, São Borja, Itapuã, São João Do Polêsine, and Ametista do Sul.

Go to the main travel overview: Rio Grande Do Sul.