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Termas Geometricas
Seventeen slate hot pools linked by a scarlet boardwalk that snakes 450 m up a fern-lined ravine near Conaripe, fed by a natural hot stream. Designed by architect German del Sol.
25 km · about 30 min drive
South AmericaChileAraucania
Pucón
Araucania, Chile · South America
About Pucón
Pucón is worth a stop: 25 minutes from Villarrica, 25km from Termas Geometricas.
Pucón is in Araucania, Chile, with about 27,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Villarrica, about 24 km away.
Pucón (Mapudungun: "entrance to the cordillera") is a Chilean city and commune administered by the municipality of Pucón. It is located in the Province of Cautín, Araucanía Region, 100 km to the southeast of Temuco and 780 km to the south of Santiago. It is on the eastern shore of Lake Villarrica, and VillarricaRead more
volcano is located roughly 17 km to the south.
Pucón's location by a lake and volcano, along with its relatively stable climate, especially in summer, make it a popular destination for tourists. It offers a variety of sports and activities for tourists, including water skiing, snow skiing, backpacking, white water rafting and kayaking, horse back riding, natural hot springs, zip line rides, skydiving and guided ascents of Villarrica volcano.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Pucón?
Within an hour or so of Pucón: Termas Geometricas (25 km).
Are there any good drives near Pucón?
The nearest famous roads are Ruta de los Siete Lagos.
Where is Pucón?
Pucón is in Araucania, Chile, about 24 km from Villarrica.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 26,953
- Continent
- South America
- Country
- Chile
- Region
- Araucania
- Timezone
- America/Santiago
- Coordinates
- -39.2822, -71.9543
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