Costanera de Asunción, Riverside avenue and recreational area in Asunción, Paraguay.
The Costanera de Asunción stretches approximately 9 miles (15 kilometers) along the Paraguay River, offering wide pedestrian walkways, bike lanes, green spaces, and views of the city skyline and historic government buildings including the National Congress and Palacio de los López.
Construction of the first section began in June 2010 and was completed in December 2012, with subsequent northern and southern extensions opening in June 2020 and July 2024 respectively, representing an investment exceeding 21 million dollars in urban waterfront development.
On Sundays and public holidays, one lane facing the river closes to vehicles, transforming the avenue into a popular gathering space where families walk, cycle, attend cultural festivals, watch fireworks displays, and purchase food from local vendors selling traditional Paraguayan snacks.
The avenue is accessible via multiple points from central Asunción with parking facilities nearby, and visitors can rent bicycles, take boat trips departing from the waterfront, or explore on foot using self-guided walking tour routes available through mobile applications.
Residents frequently mention that evening walks along the Costanera provide some of the finest sunset views over the Paraguay River in the entire city, making it a preferred spot for romantic outings and family gatherings during golden hour.
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