Colón on the Uruguay River

Colón on the Uruguay River offers several specific reasons to stay, including beaches, water activities, nature, and history. The Uruguay River has white-sand beaches and water sports; Termas Colón has pools and slides. Colón can be reached by bus or private vehicle via National Route 14.

River beaches and accessible beach area

Colón has several kilometers of white-sand beaches along the Uruguay River. The Termas Colón park offers views of the Uruguay River and its beaches. An accessible beach is located in the northern area. Its facilities include showers, a path with sun umbrellas along the rest areas, amphibious wheelchairs, an accessible restroom, and reserved parking spaces for people with disabilities.

Pools, slides, and river activities

Termas Colón has 13 swimming pools, including nine outdoor pools and three indoor pools. The water park has seven slides; there is also an exclusive relaxation area with eight single beds. Kayaking, rowing, windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, and swimming are available on the Uruguay River near Colón. The pools and slides are part of Termas Colón; these activities, by contrast, take place on the Uruguay River near Colón. In the Colón Department, Termas Villa Elisa covers 41 hectares and has ten pools for different uses and temperatures.

Nature and regional orientation

The “Río de los Pájaros” Multiple-Use Nature Reserve is located at the mouth of the Arroyo Artalaz, where it meets the Uruguay River, on a site covering about 65 hectares. If you would like to include more nature destinations in your plans, National Route RN 14 runs from Colón to the entrance portal of El Palmar National Park.

History, art, and rural life

The Colón Regional Historical Museum tells the story of the town’s origins and development through objects donated by the community. The museum also hosts fine arts exhibitions and concerts. The museum connects Colón’s history with fine arts exhibitions and concerts.

The National Handicrafts Festival has been held every February in Colón since 1990. The National Handicrafts Festival has been held every February in Colón since 1990; check the dates for the relevant year before traveling. The Forclaz Mill is also a National Historic Monument and a provincial museum within the municipality.

Granja La Administración adds rural tourism to the cultural offerings. Its museum exhibition explores the history and family life of the colony and is visited with a local guide. Horseback riding is also available. During a visit, field snacks made with regional products, craft-brewed beer, and homemade bread are offered.

Discover more destinations: Colonia Hocker, Liebig, Villa Elisa, Villa San José

Go to the broader travel guide: Colón Department.