Capital Department: Culture, the Paraná River and Horse Riding

If you’re looking for a hotel in Capital Department, you can plan your trip around specific things to do. In Posadas, you’ll find opportunities for city visits, culture and activities on the Paraná River; in Fachinal, horseback rides are offered through fields and native woodland. The places and activities below give you specific ideas to plan around.

Green spaces and nature in Posadas

Parque de la Ciudad in Posadas has a lagoon, diverse vegetation and habitats for wildlife, especially birds and butterflies. The arboretum in Parque de la Ciudad in Posadas contains 330 trees representing 93 native and 7 exotic species. Jardín Botánico in Posadas covers 11 hectares and is dedicated to preserving native and exotic plant and tree species. These places offer different experiences in Posadas: Parque de la Ciudad brings together water, vegetation and wildlife habitats, while Jardín Botánico focuses on the preservation of plants and trees.

For a walk, head to Posadas’s wide Costanera waterfront promenade. For a guided city tour in Posadas, there is La Jangada, a regular city tour service offered by the Municipalidad de Posadas. La Jangada in Posadas uses panoramic vehicles with seating for 60 people, one wheelchair space and an access ramp. The name of the La Jangada city tour service in Posadas recalls a way of transporting timber downstream from the upper Paraná to industrial facilities and markets.

On the Paraná River: Activities, boat trips and beaches

The waters of the Paraná River near Posadas offer canoeing, boat trips, jet-ski rides and fishing. There are several different activities to choose from on the Paraná River near Posadas. Scheduled boat trips to Isla del Medio also depart from Posadas, and the island’s beaches invite visitors to spend time there. Since the schedules for scheduled boat trips from Posadas to Isla del Medio can change, check the latest departures before making plans.

Playa Costa Sur in Posadas is open to the public and free of charge. Playa Costa Sur in Posadas offers water activities, cultural and artistic events, and a wide range of food options; there is also an area reserved exclusively for motorhomes. Seasonal facilities and activities at Playa Costa Sur in Posadas may vary. Depending on your interests, a stay by the Paraná River in Posadas can combine time on the water, a visit to the beach or a walk along the Costanera.

Culture and history in Posadas

At Museo Histórico y Arqueológico Andrés Guacurarí in Posadas, the rooms are arranged by historical period and cover the province’s historical developments. Paseo Bosetti in Posadas has a craft fair. Paseo La Terminal in Posadas is a cultural space where residents of Posadas and tourists can enjoy artistic performances and take part in cultural activities.

The history of Posadas is also reflected in its buildings and event venues. Antigua Terminal de Posadas was built in 1955 and had a distinctly colonial-style façade. In recent years, Anfiteatro Manuel Antonio Ramírez in Posadas has hosted Fiesta Nacional de la Música del Litoral and Estudiantina. These venues in Posadas offer different cultural experiences, from crafts and performances to historic architecture and the events mentioned above.

Fachinal: Horseback rides and a festival

Haras Itapé in Fachinal offers horseback rides through fields and along trails through native woodland. The activity is suitable for all ages, from beginners to experienced riders. Children are also invited to get to know the farm animals, Arroyo Garupá and woodland trails. Reservations are currently available; check availability with the provider directly before your trip.

Fachinal also has a regular place on the events calendar: it is the permanent venue for Fiesta Provincial del Cordero y la Tradición, held every year in November. The festival serves asado, empanadas, lamb sausages and spit-roasted lamb. The specific program may vary.

Planning your trip to Posadas

Posadas is connected by Ruta Nacional N° 12 and Ruta Nacional N° 105. Ruta Nacional N° 12 runs as far as Buenos Aires and Puerto Iguazú; Ruta Nacional N° 105 connects Posadas with Apóstoles. Aeropuerto Internacional Libertador General José de San Martín is well connected to downtown Posadas and is about 10 km away. For your specific trip to Posadas, check the route and approximate distance again.

Discover more destinations: Fachinal, Garupá, Libertador General San Martín Department, San Pedro, 25 de Mayo Department, Iguazú Department, San Ignacio Department and Oberá Department.

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