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In Limpio, the weekly shop runs along two roads: Ruta PY03 (General Elizardo Aquino), home to most branches of LT, the chain founded in the city, and Avenida San José, where Stock has its store. For fruit and vegetables in bulk, many locals add a stop at the Abasto Norte market. Pick by how much you need to carry and which neighbourhood you start from.
Where are the supermarkets in Limpio?
- LT, on Ruta PY03: the company was founded in Limpio in 2006 and its head store is on Ruta 3 Gral. Elizardo Aquino and Carlos Antonio López. In the city it also runs the San José, Villa Madrid and Centro stores on the same road, one in Mbayue on Avenida Francisco Solano López and an LT Express Rincón on Avenida San José (Supermercado LT (opens in a new tab)). If you live close to the highway, one is probably a few blocks away.
- Stock, on Avenida San José: opened in 2015, about 1,600 m², with butcher, bakery, produce, drinks, homeware and toys (InfoNegocios (opens in a new tab)). A directory places it in the southern part of town, on the road from Limpio to Luque, opening at 7:00 Monday to Saturday (BuscoInfo (opens in a new tab)).
- Los Jardines in Piquete Cué: the chain has a branch in Piquete Cué, the river-port neighbourhood (La Nación (opens in a new tab)). Since April 2025 it belongs to the same group as Box Mayorista.
Supermarket, express store or Abasto Norte?
- Big weekly shop: a full store such as Stock or LT's head store, where meat, bakery and cleaning products are covered in one stop.
- Quick top-up: the LT Express stores work for bread, milk or whatever ran out mid-week.
- Fruit and vegetables in quantity: Abasto Norte (opens in a new tab) has around 180 units, including produce stalls, butchers, dairy, cold cuts and pantry goods, and sells to families as well as to local shops. Its manager sums it up as fresh fruit at low prices, with produce of the day (ABC Color, 2015 (opens in a new tab)). It has ample parking (InfoNegocios, 2025 (opens in a new tab)).
A good routine is to combine them: fresh produce at the Abasto at the weekend and the rest at your neighbourhood supermarket.
When is the best time to go?
- Weekends at the Abasto: that is when families come to stock up for the whole week (ABC Color (opens in a new tab)). Go early if you want to choose calmly.
- Year-end holidays: the Abasto changes its hours. In 2021, for example, it stayed open until 23:00 on 23 December and closed at 13:00 on the 24th and 31st (ABC Color (opens in a new tab)). Check that year's hours before Christmas or New Year.
- Hot days: summer highs in Limpio reach 40 °C (Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)). Pick up frozen food and meat last and bring a cool bag if you have more errands.
What to check before picking your regular store
- Real distance: if you live near the PY03, LT is close at hand; towards the south of town and the road to Luque, Avenida San José is nearer.
- Sundays: not every store opens. The directory lists Stock Limpio as closed on Sundays (BuscoInfo (opens in a new tab)), so ask your local branch before planning a Sunday shop.
- Deals: LT publishes coupons on its website (Supermercado LT (opens in a new tab)); check them before writing your list.
- Payment: ask at the till whether they take cards, QR or bank transfer. At the Abasto stalls, ask how they charge before you fill the bag.
Coming from Asunción
Limpio is 19 km from Asunción and grew along Ruta PY03 (Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)). If you work in the capital, the big shop is easier on a Saturday than on the way home, when the highway is busy. The town centre also has the Mercado Municipal, with food, clothing and electronics stalls, handy for small errands.
FAQ
Which supermarkets are there in Limpio?
LT, a chain founded in Limpio, with stores along Ruta PY03 and in Mbayue; Stock on Avenida San José; and Los Jardines in Piquete Cué. For bulk fresh produce there is Abasto Norte.
Is there a Los Jardines supermarket in Limpio?
Yes, the chain has a branch in Piquete Cué, Limpio's river-port neighbourhood. Since April 2025 it belongs to the Box Mayorista group.
Where should I buy fruit and vegetables in Limpio?
Abasto Norte sells wholesale and retail, with around 180 units and produce of the day. Families tend to go at the weekend to stock up for the week.
Are supermarkets in Limpio open on Sundays?
It depends on the store. A directory lists Stock Limpio as closed on Sundays, so ask your local branch first.
