San Martín de los Andes
Argentina · Neuquén · 640 m
Description
San Martín de los Andes is a picturesque mountain town on the shores of Lake Lácar and one of the most beautiful destinations in Argentina’s Patagonian Lake District. The town is known for its harmonious wood-and-stone architecture, forested mountain scenery, and proximity to Lanín National Park with the striking Lanín Volcano. In winter, the Chapelco ski area attracts winter sports enthusiasts, while summer is ideal for hiking, kayaking, and other outdoor activities around the region’s numerous lakes and rivers. The famous Route of the Seven Lakes leads from here through the forests and spectacular lake landscapes of the Patagonian Andes and ranks among Argentina’s most scenic drives. San Martín de los Andes combines magnificent nature, outdoor adventure, and the relaxed atmosphere of a Patagonian mountain town.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 3 to 8 days (optimal 5 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: March or July
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Highlights
- Ruta de los Siete Lagos (Road of Seven Lakes)
- Lanín National Park
- Lago Lácar kayaking and boat cruise
- Lanín Volcano ascent
- Chapelco ski resort
- Araucaria forests of Lanín National Park
- Fly fishing on Río Chimehuin and Río Hua Hum
- San Martín de los Andes lakeside promenade
- Bariloche via Ruta de los Siete Lagos(Day trip)
- Quila Quina beach and Mapuche community
- Hua Hum Pass and border landscapes
- Cerro Colorado viewpoint
- Lago Huechulafquen viewpoints
- Volcán Lanín National Park trails
Getting there
- Airports:
- CPC