Running in Buenos Aires - 5 Tips For a Runner in Argentina

The first impression of Buenos Aires from a runner'spopular route with locals is a 8km loop that has
point of view can be as a large city with busysections with views across the river towards Uruguay.
overcrowded streets and potholed footpaths coveredThe reserve is generally opened 8am - 5pm but is
in dog poo. But don't hang up your trainers just yet, useclosed every Monday and also after heavy rain
these 5 tips to discover the places to run and peoplestorms.
to run with in Buenos Aires.Puerto Madero If you accidentally find yourself at
Where to RunEcological Reserve on a Monday when the gates are
Parks of Palermo The Palermo Parks form the largestlocked, don't worry as you are very close to Puerto
green space in Buenos Aires city and are the place toMadero neighbourhood. A lack of traffic and relative
enjoy a long run. Scattered amongst the opencalmness sets Puerto Madero apart from other
expanses are lakes, gardens and plenty of runningsuburbs in Buenos Aires. The clean streets, grasslands
paths. There are enough paved and unpaved trails thatand dog poo free footpaths make it easy to maintain
even a resident can follow a new route every dayyour stride. Mix up the scenery with a short run
and never have to cross a road. Toilets and water aretowards the docklands. There are a few cobblestone
more difficult to find so be prepared before you startsections so be careful with your ankles.
and bring a bottle of water with you.This is a very safe area to run as it is patrolled by local
Ecological Reserve The Reserva Ecológicapolice, is very well lit at night and has security cameras
Costenera Sur is one of Buenos Aires best places toon most street corners. This is not as a result of crime
run. With no traffic inside the park, bird life provide thebut is all for the elite and wealthy locals who call
sounds away from the honking cars and blastingPuerto Madero home.
buses that are common in other parts of the city. A