Timeline
10:00
Arrive at Fortín Toledo. Start your visit by walking through the site to see the trenches and memorials. The description highlights the two cemeteries, one Paraguayan and one Bolivian, honoring the over 1000 soldiers who died here. Visiting early in the morning or mid-day ensures you have the quietest time to reflect.
11:30
Head to the Research and Conservation Center. According to the directions for the fort, you pass this center on your way west. Use this stop to learn more about the local ecology and the history of the region in a calm setting.
12:30
End your visit at the Second Monument. The directions state that from the junction of Avenida Hindenburg and Avenida Trébol, you turn left and go west. After passing the Transchaco highway and the Research and Conservation Center, you will reach the fort. The Second Monument is at the junction where you began your westward journey, making it a logical place to pause and conclude your exploration.
Local tip
Since there are no listed food or drink shops in the immediate context, bring water and snacks with you. The area is remote, and the walk between the fort and the conservation center is about 10 km, so plan your transport accordingly.
Check before you go
- There are no opening hours listed for Fortín Toledo, but visiting during the day is recommended for safety and reflection.
- The directions involve a significant walk (9 km + 1 km). Ensure you have comfortable shoes and a way to return if you are walking.
- Check the route for transport if you are not driving, as the location is remote near the Transchaco highway.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Filadelfia (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).