Lambare

Lambaré is a city in Central department, lying on the eastern bank of the Paraguay River opposite Asunción. It is a mainly residential suburb with a significant industrial zone along the river. The city is named after the Lambaré, one of the indigenous Guaraní subgroups that inhabited the area. It has a modest city centre and a riverfront area popular for recreation. The climate is subtropical; May–September offers the most comfortable conditions.

By Plane

Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU) in Luque is about 10 km northeast.

By Train

No passenger rail.

By Car / Road

Lambaré is connected to Asunción via the Puente de la Amistad bridge. It is about 8 km from central Asunción (15–20 min by car). Buses from Asunción run every 10 min (GS.3,000).

Local buses and taxis.

• Riverfront promenade – A walkway along the Paraguay River with views of the Chaco on the opposite bank.

• Plaza Lambaré – The main square with a church and community centre.

• Riverside walks – The promenade is popular for evening strolls and exercise.

• Comedor del Puerto – Simple riverfront eatery serving fish and grilled meats, GS.15,000–30,000.

Riverfront kiosks sell cold drinks and tereré.

• Budget: Hospedaje Lambaré, basic rooms from GS.40,000–50,000.

Small shops and markets in the town centre.

• Asunción (8 km west) – Capital's historic centre, museums, and dining.
• San Lorenzo (5 km east) – University city.
• Luque (10 km north) – Airport and silver filigree.