Ranchos Gandara Altamirano by bicycle.

We left at 9:20 from the Ranchos municipal campground and rode a few kilometers along the road to Chascomús.

Before reaching the lagoon, there's a road leading to Gándara, which we took until we reached the rural village.

We were impressed, even though the dairy was closed. There's a general store there with good service for drinks and food. We chatted with cyclists and locals.

Then, along a road parallel to the railway line, we went to Altamirano. We were surprised by the passenger train activity; people were waiting at the station to go to Chascomús or Buenos Aires.

We ate some empanadas, and the toughest part of the ride was still to come, especially since the temperature was quite high, and the only place to get water was in Alegre, but it was nearly impossible to find any! Before reaching our final destination, which was back at the municipal campground, we went to see the replica of the Ranchos fort.

A great ride with Adriana.

The route through Ranchos, Gándara, and Altamirano is a classic rural and historical journey through the province of Buenos Aires, ideal for traveling by car or bicycle, connecting dirt and paved roads between the districts of General Paz, Chascomús, and Brandsen.

Points of interest along the route:

Ranchos (General Paz District): The district capital, famous for its lagoon, historic center, and fort. It's an excellent starting point to stock up on supplies and begin your rural journey.

Gándara (Chascomús District): A traditional rural area famous for its old and historic dairy plant (now inactive). You can visit the active train station, the Our Lady of the Rosary Chapel, and the old school/monastery. It features recent culinary offerings such as roadside stands or general stores serving snacks and coffee, run by locals.

Altamirano (Brandsen District): A quiet town with a tree-lined diagonal avenue and old houses. It preserves its Roca Railway station, country stores and an ideal environment to rest before starting the return journey.