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Whether you need to know local public holidays or highlights through the seasons, we hope you will find the facts gathered below useful tools for your travel planning. Please feel free to contact us if we can assist you further.

General information

Arriving in Carmelo is an inspiring experience. The air is fresh and clear, fragrant with pine and eucalyptus; the climate is temperate year-round and the landscape is dominated by the majestic Rio de la Plata, one of the widest rivers in the world. Adjacent to pristine woodland and expansive savannah, Four Seasons Resort Carmelo, Uruguay, is several minutes away from the quiet village of Carmelo, and just one hour from the charming town of Colonia, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Time zone

GMT -3 hours
Daylight saving time observed in spring and summer GMT -2 hours

Language(s) spoken

Spanish

Electrical system

Local voltage is 220 to 240 volts AC. Adapters available; please request through the Concierge.

Shopping hours

Summer:
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 12:30 noon and 3:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Sunday closed

Winter:
Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Saturday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Sunday closed

Working hours

Summer:
Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am to 12:00 noon

Winter:
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am to 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm to 5:00pm
Saturday: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm

Time and distance to city centre

5-10 minutes/8 kilometres

Time and distance to shopping

Pegazzano 5-10 minutes/8 kilometres
La Bomba 5-10 minutes/8 kilometres
Goncalvez (shoe store) 5-10 minutes/8 kilometres
Unica Jeans 5-10 minutes/8 kilometres

View in–depth travel advice from Frommers.com

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Seasonal highlights

Carmelo is a fascinating place to explore year-round, with a mild climate throughout the seasons. Different attractions are available to visit all year.

March-April

Visit the local wineries in this time of the year - the grapes are collected and new wines are ready for tasting.