Colón
Visit the city where the most important string of freshwater beach resorts in the country awaits.
Would you like to visit ten kilometers of beaches? Come to the city of Colón and walk along its beach resorts on the Uruguay river. Practice rowing and kayaking, windsurfing and swimming, water skiing and sailing. Connect with nature on the islands peeking from the river. Are you in search of the wellbeing offered by thermal waters? Visit the Termas Colón complex. Do you like rural tourism? Travel around countryside roads, and learn about the traditions of local dwellers.
In the city, visit the historical borough and the museums. Discover the regional food and taste its typical dishes: river fish, the immigrants’ picadas [cured meat and cheese trays], the preparations based on the yatay palm tree. Taste alfajores and jams, honey and liquors, salamis and cheeses prepared with artisanal recipes. Do you play golf? Come to Los Bretes Club de Campo and to Golf Club Colón. Live this experience in the province of Entre Ríos.
Geographic location: Province of Entre Ríos, Argentine Litoral region.
How to get there: By bus or by car, via Ruta Nacional 14.
Area: 2,890 sq km (the district).
Climate: Warm and humid.
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days.
Recommended clothing and gear: Comfortable, light clothes.