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Waterfall · Ciudad del Este, Alto Paraná
Saltos del Monday
The waterfalls of the Monday River in Presidente Franco, about 40 meters high and 120 meters wide, plunging into a forested canyon near the confluence with the Paraná River, seen from viewpoints in a municipal park.
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About Saltos del Monday
The Saltos del Monday are located in the district of Presidente Franco, about 10 km from the center of Ciudad del Este, near where the Monday River flows into the Paraná. The fall is about 40 meters high and 120 meters wide, with three main drops and several smaller cascades.
The waterfall sits inside a municipal park of roughly 9 hectares, with a remnant of the Atlantic Forest of Alto Paraná around it. Walkways and viewpoints show the falls head-on and from above, with mist rising from the canyon.
The water volume changes with the rains: after rainy periods the falls tend to be fuller and louder; in dry seasons the drops separate more. In winter, mornings often have mist over the river.
The place was part of a Guarani path before the arrival of the Spanish. Today it is one of the region's most visited attractions and can be combined with Ciudad del Este and Foz do Iguaçu in the same day.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Early in the morning or late in the afternoon, with lower light and less heat. After rainy periods the falls tend to be fuller. Check the park's opening hours.
How to get there
It is in Presidente Franco, about 10 km from the center of Ciudad del Este. By car, taxi, or ride-hailing app, about 20 minutes.
Tip
Wear closed-toe shoes: the walkways and viewpoints can be wet from the falls' mist. Follow the park's instructions at the viewpoints and on walks.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Saltos del Monday
How high are the Saltos del Monday?
About 40 meters high and 120 meters wide, with three main drops.
When does the waterfall have more water?
After periods of rain, which come in heavy showers year‑round in the region. In drier seasons, the flow is lower.
Is it far from Foz do Iguaçu?
No. From Foz you cross the Ponte da Amizade and continue about 10 km to Presidente Franco. Bring your documents for the border.
How much time should you allow?
About 1 to 2 hours for the park's viewpoints and walkways.