Between rural landscapes and the sea, this strategic corridor of eastern Uruguay connects Manantiales with Route 9, supporting the real estate, cultural and tourism development of the area. Connectivity, infrastructure and nature position it as a key axis for the future.
Route 104, officially named “Dr. Alejandro Atchugarry”, is a key national road in the department of Maldonado, Uruguay. About 15 kilometers long, it connects Route 9 — the main road between Montevideo and the east of the country — with Route 10, at the height of Manantiales and El Chorro, two of the most sought-after beach towns on the Atlantic coast.
The road has become one of the most direct and fastest ways to get from the capital to areas of high residential and tourist demand, avoiding the busiest urban centers such as Maldonado and Punta del Este. Its immediate surroundings have seen sustained growth in the real estate market, driven by the expansion of private neighborhoods, high-end chacras and large developments.
Geographically, Route 104 runs through a corridor of great natural appeal, marked by rural landscapes, gentle rolling hills, wooded areas and bodies of water. Its scenic value and proximity to the sea have encouraged the development of premium residential projects such as Pueblo Mío, as well as leading cultural venues such as the Atchugarry Foundation and the MACA Museum.
In 2021, the Ministry of Transport and Public Works invested more than USD 3.5 million in fully resurfacing the road using Cape Seal technology, which strengthened its infrastructure and further increased its strategic value as a development axis.
Thanks to its excellent connectivity, attractive natural setting and real estate activity, Route 104 has become a key corridor for those looking to invest, develop or live in one of the areas with the strongest outlook in Uruguay.
In 2025, land values along Route 104 rose by more than 25% because of high demand for lots and chacras in the Manantiales area.
