Hohenau

Hohenau is a town in central Itapúa department, founded by German immigrants in the early 20th century. The name means "high meadow" in German. It retains a Central European character with gabled houses, a German-speaking minority, and a strong agricultural tradition focused on yerba mate, tea, and sugarcane. The town has a relaxed, prosperous feel and a distinctive cultural heritage. The climate is subtropical; best visited May–September.

By Plane

Teniente Amín Ayub González Airport (ENO) in Encarnación is about 30 km south.

By Train

No passenger rail.

By Car / Road

Hohenau is on Route PY06, about 25 km north of Encarnación (30 min). Buses from Encarnación run every 30 min (GS.5,000–8,000).

Walkable centre.

• German architecture – Historic houses and the Lutheran church.

• Plaza principal – The main square with a monument to the German founders.

• Yerba mate and tea plantations – Surrounding farms that can be visited.

• Cultural tour – Learn about the German immigrant history and its influence on local culture.

• Yerba mate and tea tasting – Visit local producers for samples.

• Comedor Alemán – German-Paraguayan cuisine with sausages and chipa, GS.20,000–40,000.
• Pizzería Hohenau – Italian and German-inspired dishes, GS.20,000–35,000.

German-style beer produced locally.

• Budget: Hospedaje Hohenau, basic rooms from GS.50,000.
• Mid-range: Hotel Alemán, comfortable doubles, GS.120,000–180,000.

Local yerba mate, tea, and sugarcane products.

• Obligado (10 km west) – German-founded town.
• Encarnación (25 km south) – Department capital and river beach.
• Trinidad (20 km northeast) – Jesuit mission ruins.