Carcarañá
In the Litoral region, visit a city with natural charms and traces of history.
Live adventures by the river
The rendezvous is in a region where the Southern caracara is a typical bird. Did you know that the name Carcarañá comes from the Guaraní expression "cara cara añá," which means "devil caracara"? Walk around this land, which was inhabited by transhumant native communities who crossed the plains in search for food. Learn about the historical legacy in the museums this city offers you, in its old constructions, in the traditions its dwellers share with you.
Would you like to go on adventures? Walk along the banks of the Carcarañá river. Watch its waters flow. Explore its beaches and its tree-lined areas. Enjoy water and land sports, horseback rides and trekking outings. Visit Parque Sarmiento and enjoy its swimming pools. Come to the festivities this city celebrates, its cultural events, and its nightlife. Live this experience in the province of Santa Fe.
Geographic location: Province of Santa Fe, Argentine Litoral region.
How to get there: From the city of Buenos Aires, via Ruta Nacional 9 (344 km).
Area: 113.3 sq. km.
Altitude: 37 meters above sea level.
Climate: Warm and humid.
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days.
Recommended clothing and gear: Light, comfortable clothes, swimsuit, and appropriate gear for water activities.