Diego Fernando Quint… · CC BY-SA 3.0Fundición de Hierro La Rosada (Minas Cué)
The rebuilt ruins of the iron foundry from the era of Carlos Antonio López, destroyed in 1869.
What it is
La Rosada, also called Minas Cué, was an iron foundry that operated for 19 years, from 1850 to 1869, in the time of Carlos Antonio López. It produced war pieces and tools, plus parts for the ships of the Paraguayan fleet. It lies inside Ybycuí National Park, created on 16 May 1973. It was destroyed in 1869 during the War of the Triple Alliance. Today its ruins have been rebuilt from the original plans and foundations, and a museum displays foundry tools and weapons made on site.
What to see and do
- Ruins rebuilt on original plans
- A museum with tools and weapons made at the foundry
- The Atlantic forest of Ybycuí National Park
Did you know…?
It lies inside a national park: the ruins and the forest can be visited on the same day.
It operated for 19 years, from 1850 to 1869.
History
The foundry belongs to the modernisation drive of Carlos Antonio López, which included the country's first iron foundries. In 1869 it was razed by allied troops.
Tips
- It is visited inside Ybycuí National Park: ask about access and fees at the entrance.
- Combine it with the park's waterfalls.
- In January 2026 Mades began an emergency intervention because of termite damage, and the foundry and its museum were closed, although the park stayed open: confirm the current status before you go.
Check opening hours before you go.
Best time: All year; dry days make the trails easier.
Activities
Festivals and events here
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Researched and reviewed in September 2026 with 6 sources. A second reviewer checked dates, coordinates and lodging. Hours and prices may change.