General Roca

General Roca is a city in northern Patagonia surrounded by orchards and vineyards that blend with residential and commercial areas. The settlement spreads across a large area where fruit and wine cultivation shape both the landscape and local economy.

Colonel Lorenzo Vintter founded the settlement in 1879 during the military campaign that opened Patagonia for development under national leadership. This founding was part of a broader effort to establish control and settlement across the southern frontier.

The Apple Festival each February brings residents together to celebrate their connection to orchard farming and the traditions that shape daily life here.

The city is easily reached via National Route 22 and provincial roads, with railway connections available for regional travel. Visitors will find straightforward access to surrounding towns and agricultural areas.

In 2016, residents witnessed a meteor passing through the atmosphere above the city, creating loud blasts and vibrations felt across the area. This rare natural event was observed by many people and remains a talked-about moment in local memory.

Location: General Roca Department

Inception: 1879

Elevation above the sea: 240 m

Website: http://generalroca.gob.ar

GPS coordinates: -39.02663,-67.57549

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:33