Hernandarias: Costanera on Lake ITAIPU and Guaraní Culture

Playa Tacuru Pucu gives Hernandarias a tangible connection to the water: this renovated, publicly accessible area is part of Parque Tacuru Pucu on the Costanera and lies on the shore of Lake ITAIPU. The beach is 450 meters long and 80 meters wide. These measurements give a clear sense of its size; at the same time, the park and lake firmly place this spot in Hernandarias.

The Costanera and Outdoor Activities

The Costanera de Hernandarias features a 2,100-meter-long cycle path, as well as walking paths for walking, jogging and strolling. This brings together different ways to get active: the cycle path has a specified length, while the walking paths are described by their various uses. If you are planning time outdoors, you can include these activities as separate items in your daily itinerary.

Parque Tacuru Pucu also brings together several recreational options. Its facilities include sports courts for soccer, volleyball and beach tennis, playgrounds and outdoor fitness equipment. Along with the cycle path and walking paths, the options range from sports to a leisurely stroll. Playa Tacuru Pucu is a separate, publicly accessible area within the park; its dimensions and location on Lake ITAIPU give it a distinct character from the paths and sports facilities.

History and Regional Identity

The Museo ITAIPU – Tierra Guaraní is dedicated to the history, biodiversity and regional identity associated with the Río Paraná. Educational exhibitions and interpretive offerings make these subjects a cultural counterpart to Hernandarias’ waterfront and outdoor spaces. If you want to understand the region not only through its landscape but also through its history and nature, the museum offers a dedicated way to explore these topics.

Alto Paraná: Waterfalls, Forest and Science

In the wider destination of Alto Paraná, the Saltos del río Monday are a striking waterfall site. They are located in the district of Presidente Franco, near the mouth of the río Monday where it meets the río Paraná. The waterfall is more than 40 meters high and consists of three main falls and several smaller ones. In the area, paths run through native forests and offer opportunities to observe the local flora and fauna. At the Saltos del Monday, tree climbing and zip-lining are also offered, with views over the river and waterfall. Check the current availability of these activities before your trip.

Another waterfall in the wider destination of Alto Paraná is Salto Ñacunday, in Parque Nacional Ñacunday. It is 43 meters high and 70 meters wide. These figures specify its height and width; by contrast, the waterfall on the río Monday is described as more than 40 meters high.

In Presidente Franco, the Monumento Científico Moisés Bertoni brings together cultural history, science and nature. In 1895, Moisés Bertoni discovered the site of what later became the colony of Guillermo Tell. The site was later named Puerto Bertoni; the present-day monument is located there. Bertoni developed a life project there connected with nature, science and agriculture.

The museum at the Monumento has ten rooms. On display are personal belongings, manuscript books and letters, part of Bertoni’s library of 7,000 volumes, and a reconstruction of his laboratory and graphic work. The Monumento also offers guided, interpretive walks to explore the local flora and fauna; camping is also possible. Public access is subject to partial authorization. Therefore, confirm current access arrangements before visiting.

Advance reservations are required for Refugio Biológico Tati Yupi. The authorization must be collected on the day of your visit at the Centro de Recepción de Visitas de ITAIPU – Paraguay; present an identity document when collecting it. Groups must also submit a list of participants. Check the current access requirements before your visit.

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