Three Peaks challenges in Uruguay

The landscapes of Uruguay

Uruguay consists largely of rolling plains and low hills, with lower coastal ground along its southern and eastern margins. Its uplands offer modest changes in elevation rather than the dramatic relief of the Andes elsewhere in South America. River and Atlantic settings contribute to the country's regional variety.

The climate is warm and temperate, without the high-altitude environments associated with major mountain ranges. Uruguay's higher landmarks belong to a gentle, open landscape. Their setting is best understood through the relationship between low ridges, surrounding plains and coastal or river-facing country.