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Embedded in the Andes foothills, right beside the Villarrica volcano, this small town has become the top tourist resort of Southern Chile. This community boasts beautiful, natural attractions
that are suited for practicing high-risk sports or for families to simply enjoy spending time together. The events that take place with the sole purpose to entertain visitors, are growing
in spectacularity and participants year by year. Pucon is called "the capital of Southern Chile".
Location
La Araucania Region, 112 km (70 mi) southeast of Temuco. 27 km (16.8 mi) east of Villarrica. Map
When to go
Year-round
Attractions
Mountains, coast, lagoons, rivers, flora and fauna, waterfalls, caves, wildlife, picturesque route, hot springs, archeological sites, anthropology, national parks, folklore and handicraft,
programmed events.
How to get there
Santiago-Temuco: by airplane, public or private transportation. From Temuco take Route 5 south until Freire. There take the detour to Villarrica, passing through the city and then
following the road along the lake until you reach Pucon. See Transport
Activities
Horseback riding, swimming, mountaineering, trekking, sea kayak, white water kayak, mountain
biking, parasailing, fishing, rafting, ski, windsurf, photography, wildlife
watching, cultural journey. Activities Index
Services
Lodging, food, transportation, road, entertainment, restaurants
Surroundings
Villarrica, Villarrica National Park,
Huerquehue National Park. |
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