There is another style of tourism that goes beyond the beachesshopping centers or urban experiences. Combines nature, history, culture and local flavors. Buenos Aires knows how to feed these spaces with towns that invite you to breathe fresh air, walk peacefully and rediscover forgotten routes. An ideal example is Parchment.
Located a few hours from CABAPergamino displays green spaces, architectural heritage and an active cultural life, all accompanied by a gastronomic offer that reflects regional identity. Recently, the city has been highlighted as an escapist destination, and now it is added to the catalog of options to explore near the capital.
Where is Pergamino located?
Pergamino is located in the province of Buenos Aires, northwest of the territory. It is located approximately 230 km from the Autonomous City of Buenos Aireswhich is equivalent to about 3 hours of travel by car. As for important routes, Pergamino is connected by National Route 8, which connects with Pilar and allows access from northern areas of Greater Buenos Aires.
It is also close to rural towns in the Pergamino district, such as Pinzón (about 6 km from the center) and Juan Anchorena (17 km from the center) located on National Route 8. Other towns in the district that can be integrated as more rural excursions are Acevedo, Guerrico, Fontezuela, Urquiza, among others.
What you can do in Pergamino
Pergamino offers a range of alternatives that combine nature, heritage and quiet life. In matters of nature and green spaceshighlights the San Martin Municipal Parkwith 25 hectares that include outdoor sports areas, children’s games, a natatorium, trails and recreation areas.
There is also the González Gattone Riverside Walka strip of 5,500 meters along the Arroyo Pergamino, ideal for leisurely walks, contemplation and contact with the environment. Furthermore, in the party there are rural routes and hiking and cycling circuits towards areas like Guerrico, Pinzón and other natural places.
From the point of view historical, cultural and heritagethe city offers walking tours focused on the civic center. The circuit begins at the Iron Bridge, continues through Parque España, the old train station (now a museum), the San Nicolás pedestrian street, the Municipal Palace, the Plaza de la Merced, the Nuestra Señora de la Merced church and the House of Culture.
You can also visit the Railway Museum to learn about the history of the local railway and its relationship with the development of Pergamino.
As to gastronomy and local lifePergamino offers restaurants with regional foods, bars, craft breweries and options in the center and surrounding areas to enjoy traditional flavors. Local fairs, cultural events and exhibitions are also held in its neighborhoods and squares that add atmosphere to the urban promenade.
How to go to Pergamino
If you go from the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires by private car, you must take the highway or route to Pilar and from there continue along National Route 8 heading north to Pergamino. The recent transformation of some sections into highways favors more fluid circulation. Although the estimated time is 2 hours and 30 minutes, this will also depend on traffic.
Source: Ambito
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