Cipolletti

Cipolletti sits along the northeastern bank of the Neuquén River and is part of the Greater Neuquén metro area. The city is shaped by a system of canals fed by the convergence of the Neuquén, Limay, and Negro rivers.

The settlement started as Fort Confluencia in 1881 and was later named after César Cipolletti, an engineer who designed irrigation systems. Official incorporation as a city happened in 1903.

The February Apple Festival draws crowds with local music and traditional food, showing how deeply fruit growing is woven into community life. Street decorations made by regional artisans fill the public spaces during the celebration.

The city is reached via National Road 22 with regular bus services to nearby regions. Neuquén Airport sits about 15 kilometers away and serves as the main air connection.

The city evolved from a military fort into an agricultural center, showing how the region adapted to its natural surroundings. Apple and pear orchards now fill the surrounding landscape and define the area's character.

Location: General Roca Department

Inception: 1881

Elevation above the sea: 270 m

Website: https://cipolletti.gob.ar

GPS coordinates: -38.92782,-67.99251

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:27