La Paz on the Paraná River: Fishing, Culture and Scenery

If you’re looking for hotels in the destination of La Paz, it’s worth considering its different highlights: the city of La Paz lies on the Paraná River, while the landscapes and natural attractions also include Piedras Blancas. This way, you can include the places that interest you in your travel plans.

Location and Scenery on the Paraná River

The Departamento de La Paz is located in the northwest of the province of Entre Ríos and borders the Río Paraná along its entire western side. The city of La Paz lies in northern Entre Ríos on the riverbank. The department and the city share a name, but the attractions and activities described are in different locations within the destination.

Piedras Blancas is known as “El Balcón del Paraná.” Its scenery includes steep riverbanks, sandy beaches with warm sand, lush vegetation and special views of the Río Paraná. At Laguna El Brete in Piedras Blancas, nature watching and recreational activities offer further options if you’re interested in flora and fauna.

The River, Fishing and Activities in La Paz

La Paz is a destination for fishing for dorado and surubí. The city has numerous fishing spots along the riverbank and from boats; large dorado are also caught there with fly rods. Kayaking is also part of life on the river: many local people regularly kayak and try to catch dorado or surubí.

The events calendar can also shape your travel plans. La Paz has hosted the Triatlón Internacional every January since 1985. If you want to plan your trip around the event, check the exact dates in advance. For walks and nature watching, visit Parque de la Aventura, where the focus is on hiking and observing flora and fauna.

Other named places include the Termas de La Paz. Their waters are of marine origin and highly mineralized. In summer, the Playa La Curtiembre beach at Parque La Curtiembre is opened for public use. Before visiting, check the current local regulations for seasonal beach access.

Curuzú Chalí Island lies a ten-minute boat ride north of the city of La Paz. It covers 15,000 hectares and is a reserve for sport fishing. These details highlight the difference between the city’s riverbank and another destination reached by boat.

Art, Culture and Crafts

The Museo Municipal de Bellas Artes y Casa de la Cultura in La Paz houses more than 600 works of Argentine art. In 2018, the building was declared a historic architectural heritage site of the province of Entre Ríos. Various events, exhibitions and cultural workshops are held there throughout the year, including temporary and permanent exhibitions. If you’re planning a visit, check the current program.

Next to the Museo Regional is the Centro de Artesanos La Paz. It offers products by local craftspeople and courses to promote their craft. Before your visit, ask about the current availability of courses. The Casa del Artesano is separate: it provides craftspeople with a place to exhibit and sell their work. They can also present and sell their work at other locations around the city, including during Christmas and patriotic celebrations; check specific event dates separately.

Urban murals are also part of La Paz’s public spaces. The artworks are located in various parts of the city and are considered cultural attractions. Cultural experiences range from the museum’s collection and local crafts to art found in several places throughout the city.

Ruta Nacional 12 is designated as an access route to La Paz. As road conditions can change, check them before traveling. This will help you choose where to stay based on your planned interests: the river and fishing, seasonal beach access, nature in Piedras Blancas or the city’s cultural attractions.

Discover more destinations: La Paz, Departamento Colón, Islas Del Ibicuy, Victoria Dept, Federación, Gualeguaychú Dept, Uruguay, Villaguay.

For the broader travel overview: Entre Ríos.