General Pueyrredón Partido

General Pueyrredón Partido is an administrative district in Buenos Aires Province that stretches along the Atlantic coast and centers on Mar del Plata as its main city. The area mixes urban zones, beachfront, and suburban neighborhoods with an active port and residential districts.

The district was founded in 1874 and named after Juan Martín de Pueyrredón, an important military figure in Buenos Aires history. The name honors his role in defending the city during earlier conflicts.

Mar del Plata forms the heart of this region and draws people who come for its beaches, seafood restaurants, and seaside culture. The connection to fishing and maritime traditions shapes how locals live and what visitors experience in daily life here.

Mar del Plata and surrounding areas are easily accessible by bus or car with year-round services and accommodations for visitors. The warmest months bring the most activity to beaches and dining spots.

The region operates one of Argentina's largest fishing ports, a working harbor where daily activity centers on the catch. This fishing tradition has shaped economic life and local identity for generations.

Location: Buenos Aires Province

Inception: October 15, 1879

Capital city: Mar del Plata

Elevation above the sea: 94 m

Shares border with: General Alvarado Partido, Mar Chiquita Partido, Balcarce Partido

Website: https://mardelplata.gob.ar

GPS coordinates: -38.00333,-57.55278

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01