Cycling around Villa La Angostura

The garden of Patagonia has a special charm to discover by bicycle. Villa La Angostura is characterized by an impressive natural beauty with breathtaking panoramic views of lakes and majestic mountains. However, the real charm of exploring Villa La Angostura by bicycle goes beyond the scenic beauty. It is the feeling of freedom that you experience when riding along its trails, the intimate connection with nature and the opportunity to immerse yourself in the tranquility and serenity that only this Patagonian garden can offer. 

Here we some routes to enjoy cycling near the city:.

Quetrihué Peninsula

The ride along the Quetrihué trail is a classic way to immerse yourself in the heart of Los Arrayanes National Park. Cycling in the middle of a mountain range forest, you will arrive near the Patagua lagoon and the beginning of the Arrayanes Forest. This is where the trail ends. Then you can walk along the walkways and enjoy a snack at the tea house and the sandy beach by the Nahuel Huapi Lake.

Distance: 28 km round trip

Cerro Bayo and Bonito river waterfall

This is a shorter route than the previous one, taking the trail to the base of cerro Bayo and then continuing on to a beautiful viewpoint of the Rio Bonito waterfall. The main trail is easy to pedal, although the trail to the waterfall already features a steep incline. After a refreshing snack, you can resume your return and continue enjoying the main access to the hill that summons snow lovers in winter.

Distance: 17 km roundtrip

Puerto Manzano

This bike ride discovers the route to Puerto Manzano, a peninsula bordered by the waters of the Nahuel Huapi. After reaching the starting point of the Bonito River trail, the flat and undemanding dirt road leads through a lush forest while the murmur of the river accompanies you. The biking adventure culminates at a beach by the Nahuel Huapi Lake, before returning through the main arteries of Puerto Manzano and back to the city.

Distance: 15 km round trip

Mirror Lake viewpoint

This ride is for the most experienced, facing several kilometers of ups and downs, passing by the beach of Lake Correntoso and the old wooden bridge over the river of the same name. There begins the old road to Lake Espejo, where the lush landscape is amalgamated with various terrains and slopes. The most exciting stage is the descent of the Coletti pass to connect with the road and the access to the viewpoint. Then you can return by road to the city.

Distance: 25 km round trip

On this type of outing it is essential to carry water, food, a mapGPS, basic bike repair tools and safety equipment. Do not forget to check the conditions of the roads and trails before starting the trip. An alternative for longer tours is to hire a cyclotourism operator.