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Plazoleta de los Desaparecidos en el Mar: A Place of Remembrance

A memorial in Puerto Madryn honoring those lost at sea, providing a space for remembrance and reflection.

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The Plazoleta de los Desaparecidos en el Mar (Square of the Disappeared at Sea) in Puerto Madryn is a memorial dedicated to those lost at sea, particularly the crews of the fishing vessels Repunte and Rigel, and the submariners of the ARA San Juan. It provides a space for remembrance and reflection along the city's waterfront.

A brief summary to Plazoleta de los Desaparecidos en el Mar

  • Bv. Almte Brown, Puerto Madryn, Chubut Province, AR

Local tips

  • Take a moment to read the names on the memorial plaque and reflect on the lives of those lost.
  • Visit the Plazoleta during sunset for a particularly moving experience as you watch the sun dip below the horizon of the sea.
  • Combine your visit with a walk along the waterfront, taking in the views of the Golfo Nuevo.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Plazoleta de los Desaparecidos en el Mar is located on Bv. Almte Brown, along the waterfront of Puerto Madryn. From the city center, head east towards the coast. The plazoleta is situated between the Monumento al Indio and the Ecocentro, easily accessible by foot along the paved walkway.

  • Public Transport

    Puerto Madryn has a public bus system that serves the city. Check local bus routes and schedules to see if there is a stop near the Plazoleta de los Desaparecidos en el Mar. From the bus station, the Plazoleta is approximately a 7-minute walk.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Puerto Madryn. A short taxi ride from the city center to the Plazoleta de los Desaparecidos en el Mar will cost approximately $5-6 USD. Taxis can be found near Plaza San Martín or called from a remise company. Taxi base fare: $1.0 USD Cost per KM: $0.5 USD

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The Plazoleta de los Desaparecidos en el Mar is a poignant memorial located on Bv. Almte Brown in Puerto Madryn, Argentina. This small square serves as a dedicated space to honor the memory of those who have disappeared at sea. The memorial specifically commemorates the lost crew members of the fishing vessels Repunte and Rigel, as well as the 44 submariners of the ARA San Juan. The creation of this space was driven by the families of the lost, who sought a place to grieve and remember their loved ones. The square provides a place for reflection and remembrance. The memorial includes a plaque inscribed with the names of those who perished, ensuring their stories are not forgotten. The Plazoleta de los Desaparecidos en el Mar stands as a reminder of the human cost of maritime activities and a place for the community to come together to honor those who were lost.

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