Mecatlán is a municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is located in the north zone of the state, about 327 km from the state capital Xalap…Mecatlán is a municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz. It is located in the north zone of the state, about 327 km from the state capital Xalapa. It has an area of 48.53 km2. It is located at 20°13′N 97°41′W / 20.217°N 97.683°W.