Eldorado

Eldorado is a city in northeastern Misiones Province situated on the banks of the Upper Paraná River in a forest-rich agricultural region. The landscape is defined by green forest areas stretching across the surroundings, together with fields for cultivation and livestock raising.

A German-born British citizen named Adolfo Julius Schwelm established the city on September 29, 1919, initiating a wave of European settlement in the province. This colonization period attracted families seeking to build agriculture and establish new communities.

The town carries the marks of its founders: German-speaking, Swiss, Polish, and Danish immigrants shaped its character and customs, which remain visible today. You can see this in the buildings, street names, and celebrations that different communities still hold.

State Route 12 connects the city to Iguazú Falls to the north and to Posadas to the south, enabling travel between these destinations. A local airport facilitates regional travel for visitors seeking quicker access.

The city's economy revolves around wood processing, with dozens of sawmills handling timber from surrounding forests. Beyond this, tung oil and yerba mate cultivation play important roles in local production.

Location: Eldorado Department

Inception: 1919

Website: http://eldorado.gov.ar

GPS coordinates: -26.40000,-54.63333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:23