Colón

Colón stretches along 14 kilometers of the Uruguay River with beach areas that line the entire waterfront. The city makes full use of this direct river access for both commerce and recreation.

The city was founded in 1863 by General Justo José de Urquiza and formally established in 1871 as Villa de Colón to attract Swiss and French farmers. This settlement brought European agriculture and culture to the region.

The San Justo and Pastor Church shapes the city's character and reflects the religious beliefs of early settlers who built it. The structure shows how people preserved their traditions through their architecture.

The General Artigas Bridge connects the city directly to Paysandú across the river, making cross-border travel straightforward. Visitors planning to visit both countries should be aware of the bridge crossing procedures when moving between them.

Parque Quirós features elevated playing fields for football, tennis, basketball, and rugby that serve the local schools. This facility demonstrates how sports are woven into education and daily life for young people in the city.

Location: Colón Department

Inception: April 12, 1863

Founders: Justo José de Urquiza

Elevation above the sea: 26 m

Website: https://colon.gov.ar

GPS coordinates: -32.22413,-58.14190

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:56