A residential coastal area east of Montevideo, with 18 kilometers of beaches along the Río de la Plata. The youngest city in Uruguay has grown into a major suburb.
Ciudad de la Costa stretches along 16 kilometers of sandy coastline on the Río de la Plata, making it Uruguay's second-largest city. You can swim in waters that reach 24°C (75°F) in summer, walk through pine forests at El Pinar beach, or watch planes take off from the observation deck at the Coronel Aviador Jaime Meregalli Aeronautical Museum. The city's beach neighborhoods, including Solymar and El Pinar, each have their own character, from calm swimming spots to surf breaks.
Swimming and Beach Activities
Each beach area in Ciudad de la Costa has its own atmosphere. At Barra de Carrasco, you'll find a two-kilometer stretch of sand with purple-flowering jacaranda trees lining the streets behind it. Solymar beach has consistent waves for surfing, and lifeguards watch over swimmers from December through February. At El Pinar, white sand dunes rise behind the beach, and a pine forest creates natural shade spots along the shoreline.
Freshwater Lakes
Former sand quarries have become lakes throughout the city. Lake Calcagno's five-kilometer perimeter and calm waters make it ideal for rowing and kayaking in any season. Several undeveloped lakes serve as sanctuaries for local wildlife - you can spot white herons wading in the shallows and southern lapwings nesting near the water's edge.
Transportation and Access
Getting around is straightforward with buses running every 15-30 minutes between Montevideo and Ciudad de la Costa's beach areas. The Ruta Interbalnearia highway connects all neighborhoods. When arriving at Carrasco International Airport, 3 kilometers north of the city center, you can take taxis or scheduled shuttle services to any part of the city.
Roosevelt Park Activities
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park covers 300 hectares with clearly marked paths ranging from 1 to 5 kilometers. You'll find multiple playgrounds throughout the park and designated picnic spots equipped with tables and grills. The walking trails wind past areas where you can see native birds and small mammals in their natural habitat.
City Life and Services
Costa Urbana Shopping Center has been the main commercial area since 2012, with a mix of supermarkets, retail stores, and eating options in the food court. Recent city improvements include newly paved roads in residential areas and updated street lighting. Most buildings are single-family homes and three-to-four-story apartment buildings, maintaining a residential atmosphere throughout the neighborhoods.
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