Pan de Azúcar is a small city located in the department of Maldonado, in the southeastern region of Uruguay.
The city is located at the base of the Pan de Azúcar hill, an elevation of 423 meters high that is one of the main tourist attractions in the region.
The city is located about 20 kilometers north of Punta del Este and is accessible by road from Montevideo, the country's capital, about 130 kilometers away.
From Montevideo you can take the Interbalnearia Route, then Route 9 and finally Route 60 to reach Pan de Azúcar. It can also be reached by bus from Montevideo, with several transport companies offering regular services.
Pan de Azúcar is a popular tourist destination, especially for those looking for a quieter and more relaxed environment than Punta del Este. One of the main attractions of the city is the hill of Pan de Azúcar, which is an ideal place for hiking and enjoying panoramic views of the region.
The city has a main square, a church and various restaurants and shops offering regional products. In addition, in the surroundings of the city you can find beautiful natural landscapes, such as the Pan de Azúcar Natural Reserve and the Grutas del Palacio National Park. These protected areas offer a wide variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and bird watching.
Another tourist attraction in the region is the production of wine, since it is located in a growing wine-growing area in Uruguay.
Several wineries are located in the surroundings of Pan de Azúcar, where visitors can taste wines and learn more about the production process.
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See also information on Maldonado, Punta del Este y Montevideo.