[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fvrftmeh9hriy":3,"$f31q14a0fi1cvy":77,"country-posts-CL":94,"$f2ugtgmdihvmjp":313,"mdc-fdkzt-key":316,"mdc-pcdgx4-key":358,"mdc-sx98ch-key":366,"mdc--ku24yk-key":389,"mdc--z0h8mw-key":416,"mdc-re4wnn-key":430,"mdc-wfh1oj-key":438,"mdc--15zvg2-key":446,"mdc-413crg-key":493,"mdc-iak4eq-key":507,"mdc-698fxp-key":521,"mdc--uu7ixq-key":529,"mdc-yd1ywu-key":553,"mdc-p2g9mv-key":567,"mdc-df04dq-key":628,"mdc--4kyq50-key":661},{"code":4,"slug":5,"name":6,"continent":7,"flagUrl":8,"location":9,"zoom":12,"boundingBox":13,"borders":20,"schengen":24,"flags":25,"quickFacts":26,"sections":32,"resources":72,"counts":73,"legacyKey":6,"migratedAt":76},"CL","chile","Chile","South America","https:\u002F\u002Ffirebasestorage.googleapis.com\u002Fv0\u002Fb\u002Fcycle-planet-292f5.appspot.com\u002Fo\u002Fflags%2FFlag_of_Chile.svg.png?alt=media&token=1c668761-39d0-45db-b279-262616996839",{"lat":10,"lng":11},-35.675147,-71.542969,5,[14,17],[15,16],-55.61183,-75.6443953112,[18,19],-17.5800118954,-66.95992,[21,22,23],"AR","BO","PE",false,{"dangerous":24,"island":24,"openBorders":24,"visaFree":24},{"capital":27,"languages":28,"currency":29,"callingCode":30,"region":31,"subregion":7},"Santiago","Spanish","Chilean peso (CLP)","+56","Americas",{"about":33,"visa":37,"sleeping":41,"safety":47,"transport":53,"foodDrink":60,"people":63,"health":66,"other":69},{"body":34,"updatedAt":35,"updatedBy":36},"Chile is a beautiful country, perhaps the most beautiful in South America, especially in the lake area, the Paso Agua Negra and the oases in the north. The south is recommended for everyone, the dirt roads to Illapel are a bit more adventurous, but the Paso Agua Negra is especially for experienced cyclists. There are many cyclists who cycle from the lake area to Tierra del Fuego.\n\nThe itinerant cyclist, following the adventurous gravel road (Ruta 7, Carretera Austral) from Chaiten to Villa O'Higgins, will notice few historical areas of traditions and culture in the Region X and Region XI regions of Chilean Patagonia. He \u002F She is mainly dependent on the many nature reserves or national parks along the route. On the stretch from Chaiten to Cochrane, the dense rainforests of Pumalin and Queulat National Parks, glacial scenery of Rio Simpson Nature Reserve and wooded mountain scenery in Cerro Castillo Nature Reserve are the attractions of the region. There are plenty of walking and hiking routes in the national parks. In the vicinity of Puyuhuapi there are facilities to take a break from the adventurous journey by using the thermal baths, Termas de Puyuhuapi. Between Cerro Castillo and Cochrane, travelers imagine themselves in a different world, which is mainly determined by the untouched nature and wetlands along the meandering Rio Ibanez and Rio Murta rivers. The last part of the Carretera Austral shows a fairly inaccessible fjord landscape near Puerto Yungay (Tortel district). This piece can be regarded as one of the last wildernesses of Patagonia, where man has not yet intervened. The last part of the gravel road ends in Villa O'Higgins, where the cyclist can make the crossing to Argentina via a ferry. For many cyclists it is a challenge to complete the approx. 20 kilometer long mountain bike route from Candelario Mansilla (Chile) to the lake Lago del Desierto (Argentina) in five hours. The cyclist braves many steep slopes and will make a lot of crossing over the pools in the dense forest, before reaching Argentina.\n\nThe tourist attractions of the Region XII region in the very south of Chile are located in the walking & hiking paradise of the world, Torres del Paine. This world-famous park is a worthy end to a journey of discovery through Patagonia. The attraction of the famous Torres del Paine peaks makes many tourists decide to take the nine-kilometer hike so that they can immortalize themselves with the vertical granite towers.\n\nThe return trip to the civilized world of Patagonia can be made with a ship from shipping company Navimag. The cruise from Puerto Natales to Puerto Montt, 1500 kilometers away, takes four days and heads north along the Chilean fjords, narrow sea passages (Patagonia Channels) and glaciers. If the sailing schedule and weather conditions permit, you can visit the glacier Amalia. From the boat you have a view of the barren mountain landscapes along the Chilean south coast for days. The low-hanging clouds can obstruct the beautiful view of the Patagonian ice fields.\n\nIn the lake district of Patagonia you can find historical areas with traditions and culture of Mapuchu Indians and Jesuits. European influences and the Christian faith have mainly left their traces on the island of Chiloe and in the major cities of the region IX. Several colorful wooden churches are located in the center of picturesque fishing villages and towns. However, the attractions of the Lake District are the many volcanoes and national parks (P.N. Villarrica, P.N. Nahuel Huapi and P.N. Vicente P. Rosales).\n\nThe Atacama Desert is very dominant in the north of Chile (Region I and II). In the desert you will find deserted ghost towns near the mining areas. Impressive natural phenomena such as dune formation, moon landscape, volcano tops, vast salt plains and geothermal activities can be found especially at San Pedro de Atacama. In the mountain valleys near the coastal town of Arica, the giant figures drawn on the mainly bare mountain flanks (petroglyphs) and ancient storage sites of the Incas are nice historical sights.\n\nThe remote mountain villages are located on the plateau (Altiplano). The remote mountain roads through the national parks show the diversity of flora and fauna. National park P.N. Lauca is recommended for cyclists who cycle from Bolivia to Arica and want to enjoy the many volcano peaks (+ 5000 m) and lakes. In the vicinity of the national park, many houses in mountain villages are deserted. The residents (shepherds) only return during religious festivals.","2021-05-16T17:49:29.000Z","01dRgHcnFiTSprDGCEB4Jxq7iDH3",{"body":38,"updatedAt":39,"updatedBy":40},"Some nationalities can enter Chile without a visa.\n\nSource: [Wikipedia](https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FVisa_policy_of_Chile).","2021-03-19T16:59:06.000Z","RYFRjpH3DfdWPpRfG9MIFBSPzH33",{"updatedAt":42,"updatedBy":36,"parts":43},"2021-05-16T18:03:04.000Z",{"formalCamping":44,"hostels":45,"wildCamping":46},"-   There are a relatively large number of well-maintained campsites in the tourist areas. Keep in mind that many campsites are only open during the high season (December - March).\n-   The nature parks sometimes have beautiful camping pitches (sometimes also free). In national parks, camping is only allowed where indicated.\n-   There are hardly any campsites outside the tourist areas.\n-   In 2006\u002F2007 the price of campsites is around 8000 pesos, just over 10 euros. They are often mainly aimed at families. The larger official campsites can easily be found via the Turistel Camping guide (approx. 5000 pesos) which also has maps (no height \u002F relief indication). You will often also find signs for other campsites along the route. They are often more pleasant for cyclists.","In most of the larger towns there are plenty of affordable hostels \u002F youth hostels \u002F Residentiales \u002F hotels. Parking bicycles is rarely a problem.\n\nHospedajes are cheap overnight accommodations with private individuals: bed + breakfast. They are located in the lake district around Osorno and towns along the Pan-Americana.","Wild camping is possible everywhere and sometimes even necessary in the sparsely populated north. The population is usually not difficult about it and when you ask for permission to camp wild on someone's land, you are not easily refused. This is of course more difficult around urban areas and also less sensible in connection with safety.",{"body":48,"updatedAt":49,"updatedBy":36,"parts":50},"Chile is a safe country. Only in and around Santiago and Valparaiso are less safe neighborhoods, beyond that the country looks safe, but even Santiago seems to be a safe city by South American standards. In general it is not a problem to cycle alone, cycling is accepted as a means of transport as well as a sport. Both men and women get on their racing bike or mountain bike in tight cycling clothing.","2021-05-16T18:07:01.000Z",{"traffic":51,"nature":52},"-   There is a lot of freight traffic on the Pan-Americana, which is no fun.\n-   Buses and taxis are particularly dangerous for cyclists. Buses in particular often run under great time pressure, the drivers are often overtired by working days that are too long.\n-   Along many asphalted main roads is an asphalted hard shoulder, with a width of 60cm to 2m, on which it is pleasant to cycle without having to look in your mirror all the time. Watch out for glass and other junk on this strip.\n-   The Pan Americana is a good but busy asphalt road. Other asphalt roads are good too, but much quieter. Dirt roads are almost all accessible in bad weather, but often have a lot of washboard. There are also some parts of the route in the desert and the high mountains in the north where there is some loose sand. Only a few cars per day pass on this route.\n-   Roads in the Central Valley are quite good, as well as around Santiago. There is a lot of gravel \u002F washboard in Patagonia.\n-   In southern Chile, the paved roads often consist of concrete slabs, but sometimes only in one direction, such as from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas. There is mainly freight traffic and some tourist traffic.\n-   You are not allowed to cycle on the highways near Santiago.\n-   Dirt roads can be very hilly, but recommended due to little traffic.","Joost and Maud (2006): \"Street dogs are absolutely no problem and guard dogs are usually behind fencing. Sometimes the latter is not the case and in certain areas we have had 'dog sticks' at hand (afterwards everything turned out better, better technology is to stop when a dog chases you and make sure that the bicycle is between you and the dog. Often the challenge for the dog is gone and after a short walk next to the bicycle you can continue cycling). Dazer also helps.\n\nIn the north, drought can be a problem (no water).",{"updatedAt":54,"updatedBy":36,"parts":55},"2021-05-16T17:54:05.000Z",{"airplane":56,"train":57,"bus":58,"boat":59},"Several airlines fly to Chile. Taking the bicycle with you differs per company. Always wise to inquire about the conditions when booking. Also pay attention if you continue with a domestic flight from abroad. Even if your baggage appears to be tagged through, you must first \"clear\" it yourself at the airport where you enter the country (Santiago).\n\nDomestic transport by plane is doable. The extra costs for the bicycle are limited.","Chile does not have an extensive network. Bicycle can be taken along for free, but it causes quite a few problems.","Modern coaches are used for a large part of domestic transport. Usually it is no problem at all to take your bike with you, although you sometimes have to pay for it. In principle, everything can be reached by buses. If you go further south (south of Chiloe and Puerto Montt) it is no longer possible to cover the entire distance by road. You then have to divert to Argentina, fly or try to get a boat.\n\nChilean buses are generally cheap and good. You almost always have to pay for taking your bicycle on the bus, a quarter to the same amount as your bus ticket. The greater the distance traveled, the relatively cheaper the bicycle. Bicycle is usually paid for by the driver. Try to buy a bicycle ticket at the counter, that will not often work, but if you succeed, you will probably be cheaper than the driver.\n\nIn \"single-deckers\", the bicycle often fits entirely in the luggage compartment. Avoid double-deckers because they have a lot less luggage space. If you can already go on that, it is with loose wheels.\n\nJozef: \"Sometimes you have to pay extra to take your bicycle with you. Pullman takes the cake and asks 5000 Pesos per bicycle (about 8 Euro) per long distance journey, a large amount compared to the regular bus ticket. To my knowledge also the only company with fixed rates for taking the bicycle with you, with other companies it is often possible to negotiate about the price (which is rolled up on the spot). \"","From Argentina you can risk the crossing at Lago del Desierto to Candelario Mansilla in Chile. You must complete the walking or cycling tour within 5 to 6 hours, otherwise you will miss the ferry in the late afternoon. Anyone who does not make it can go to one of the refugios of the argentine or chilean army. The shelters are located resp. on the north side of Lago del Desierto in Argentina and south side of Lago Villa O'Higgins, Candelario Mansilla in Chile. In the summer season there is a ferry service once or twice a week.\n\nYou can bring the bike. Keep in mind that the ships often sail according to a timetable and only visit a place once every few days.",{"body":61,"updatedAt":62,"updatedBy":36},"**Drinking water**\n\nIn general, the tap water is perfectly drinkable, in the cities it has a strong chlorine taste and in Northern Chile drinking is not recommended (not only because of the chlorine, the water simply tastes dirty).\n\n**Restaurants**\n\nIn the south along the Pan Americana and in the lake district are good restaurants (as in Western Europe).\n\n**Shops**\n\nEven in the smallest villages there are shops selling food and drinks. However, these are generally more expensive than larger supermarkets and the quality is less; often snacks with a lot of chocolate.\n\nIn the desert in the north, the distances between villages are a lot longer, are a lot longer than in the south, but still doable without having to carry too much food. Hardly any people live in the north on the high mountain passes, so bring plenty of food. Please note that on Paso Agua Negra you cannot buy food in Juntas (customs office only).\n\n**Burners**\n\nIt is difficult to obtain fuel for a methanol burner. Camping gaz is also hard to come by. For a gasoline burner you can often buy so-called bencina blanca at a ferreteria or paint shop, benzene actually.","2021-05-16T18:04:33.000Z",{"body":64,"updatedAt":65,"updatedBy":36},"It is very useful if you speak Spanish. People are friendly and helpful.","2021-05-16T17:50:39.000Z",{"body":67,"updatedAt":68,"updatedBy":36},"**Mandatory vaccinations  \n**\n\nNo compulsory vaccinations.\n\n**Useful vaccinations for cyclists**\n\nNowadays a good vaccination against rabies (rabies) is available, it consists of three vaccinations.","2021-05-16T18:05:42.000Z",{"body":70,"updatedAt":71,"updatedBy":36},"**Best bike period**\n\nSeasons (dry \u002F wet)\n\n-   For the part south of santiago you better go in the summer (our winter). Long pants, a sweater and certainly good rain gear are still necessary\n-   In the north it can be very hot in summer (our winter).\n-   On the high plains (altiplano), one must take into account rapidly changing weather conditions in the summer months (december to march). Weather change is often accompanied by heavy rain and thunderstorms, strong gusts of wind and falling temperatures. These weather phenomena mainly occur in the late afternoon. The weather is often stable in the early morning.\n\nTourist high season\n\nJanuary \u002F february is high season, december and march are less busy.\n\nPrevailing wind directions\n\nThe wind comes from the sea, turns north above puerto montt and south below puerto montt. Cycling from north to south seems to be the most attractive. The wind always blows hard in the far south.\n\nAverage temperature\n\nVaries by region.\n\n**Spare parts**\n\nIn the larger cities and tourist places (such as pucon) good material is available, both parts (up to deore xt) and tools. Beyond that, if there are bicycle shops at all, the range is limited \u002F often unsuitable for touring bikes.\n\nThe most common tire size is 26 inches, this tire size is not difficult to come by (everyone rides mountain bikes). You see a lot of racing bikes in big cities. Here it should be possible to get other tire sizes, but perhaps without a profile.\n\nIn santiago, all bicycle shops are located in (calle) san diego 800 and higher. Further south (carretera austral) you will find good bicycle repairers in coihayque and punta arenas. There is little or nothing in between.","2021-05-16T18:10:36.000Z",[],{"pois":74,"users":75,"hosts":74},1,4,"2026-11-06T11:25:25.554Z",[78,87],{"id":79,"type":80,"title":81,"countryCode":23,"location":82,"likes":85,"toCountryCode":4,"excerpt":86},"2a60b56a-2cf0-4fb8-a6f3-6a05047dc1e1","border-crossing","Tacna (Peru) – Arica (Chile)",{"lat":83,"lng":84},-18.306845,-70.314318,0,"",{"id":88,"type":80,"title":89,"countryCode":4,"location":90,"likes":85,"toCountryCode":21,"excerpt":93},"d9596de5-db4c-493b-992c-f430c57cf1b8","Villa O'Higgins (Chile) – Estancia (Argentina)",{"lat":91,"lng":92},-48.96008466413141,-72.81578958034517,"The border crossing from Chile, via Lago Villa O \"Higgins, is notorious and famous among cyclists. In the summer season there is a ferry once or twice a week…",[95],{"id":96,"title":97,"body":98,"categories":293,"category":294,"cover":294,"coverAlt":294,"coverStyle":294,"description":295,"extension":296,"faq":297,"filters":298,"meta":299,"navigation":300,"ogImage":294,"order":294,"path":301,"publishedAt":302,"readingTime":303,"relatedLinks":304,"robots":294,"schemaOrg":294,"seo":305,"seoTitle":306,"sitemap":307,"stem":308,"steps":309,"takeaways":310,"translationKey":294,"usps":311,"__hash__":312},"blog\u002Fblog\u002Fcycling-patagonia-argentina.md","Cycling Patagonia in Argentina - how to ride Ruta 40 and survive the wind",{"type":99,"value":100,"toc":277},"minimark",[101,105,110,113,116,119,123,126,129,152,155,159,162,165,169,172,198,201,205,208,217,225,229,236,240,245,253,257,260,264,267,271],[102,103,104],"p",{},"Cycling Patagonia in Argentina means huge open steppe, glaciers and granite peaks on the horizon, and a wind that can stop you in your tracks. The famous Ruta 40 runs along the Andes through the whole region, and for many cyclists it is the start or the finish of a ride through South America. It is not technically hard, but the wind, the distances and the lack of supplies make careful planning essential.",[106,107,109],"h2",{"id":108},"what-is-it-like-cycling-in-patagonia","What is it like cycling in Patagonia?",[102,111,112],{},"Argentine Patagonia is mostly dry, flat to rolling steppe east of the Andes, with the mountains, lakes and glaciers along the western edge. Towns can be very far apart, and between them there is often nothing but fences, sheep, guanacos and the occasional estancia (ranch).",[102,114,115],{},"The riding is a mix of long, straight asphalt and gravel (ripio). Many sections of Ruta 40 have been paved over the years, but stretches of loose gravel and corrugation still exist, especially on side roads. On ripio, wide tyres and patience help a lot.",[102,117,118],{},"What makes Patagonia special is the scale and the emptiness. What makes it hard is that same emptiness, combined with the wind.",[106,120,122],{"id":121},"how-strong-is-the-wind-on-ruta-40","How strong is the wind on Ruta 40?",[102,124,125],{},"The wind is the defining feature of cycling in Patagonia. Strong westerly winds blow across the region, often for days, and gusts can be powerful enough to push a loaded bike off the road or blow you over. With a tailwind you can fly; with a headwind or strong crosswind, progress can drop to a crawl.",[102,127,128],{},"Because the prevailing wind comes from the west, the direction you ride in matters:",[130,131,132,140,146],"ul",{},[133,134,135,139],"li",{},[136,137,138],"strong",{},"North to south"," on Ruta 40 often means a crosswind from the right, which can be tiring and sometimes dangerous with gusts.",[133,141,142,145],{},[136,143,144],{},"East-west sections",", for example towards El Chaltén or El Calafate, can be the hardest when you ride into the wind.",[133,147,148,151],{},[136,149,150],{},"Early mornings"," are often calmer than afternoons, so many cyclists start very early.",[102,153,154],{},"Plan short daily distances, build in extra days and don't be too proud to wait out a storm or take a lift for a stretch if the conditions are dangerous.",[106,156,158],{"id":157},"when-is-the-best-time-to-cycle-patagonia","When is the best time to cycle Patagonia?",[102,160,161],{},"The cycling season is the southern summer, roughly November to March. Days are long and temperatures are more manageable, though the weather can still be cold, wet and windy at any time, and the far south can get snow even in summer. December to February is the busiest period in the tourist towns.",[102,163,164],{},"Outside this season many services close and conditions become harsh. Cyclists often time a trip through South America so they arrive in Patagonia in summer, either heading south towards Ushuaia or starting there and riding north.",[106,166,168],{"id":167},"food-water-and-supplies-on-long-stretches","Food, water and supplies on long stretches",[102,170,171],{},"Supplies are the main planning challenge. Distances between towns can be several days by bike, and water sources can be scarce on the steppe.",[130,173,174,180,186,192],{},[133,175,176,179],{},[136,177,178],{},"Carry enough food"," for the longest gap on your route, plus a reserve for wind delays.",[133,181,182,185],{},[136,183,184],{},"Carry more water than you think you need."," Estancias, police posts and road maintenance camps sometimes help cyclists with water, but don't count on it.",[133,187,188,191],{},[136,189,190],{},"Fuel for your stove"," is available in towns; petrol from the pump is commonly used in multi-fuel stoves.",[133,193,194,197],{},[136,195,196],{},"Bike parts"," are mainly found in larger towns, so carry spare tyres, tubes, brake pads and a chain.",[102,199,200],{},"Supermarkets in bigger towns are well stocked; small towns may only have a basic shop.",[106,202,204],{"id":203},"where-to-sleep-when-cycling-in-patagonia","Where to sleep when cycling in Patagonia",[102,206,207],{},"Wild camping is how many cyclists spend most nights in Patagonia, but on the open steppe the challenge is finding shelter from the wind. Cyclists look for culverts under the road, small hollows, abandoned buildings or windbreaks near trees. Much of the land is private and fenced, so ask permission at estancias where you can. Rules in national parks differ: camping is often only allowed at designated sites, so check before you go.",[102,209,210,211,216],{},"Towns have campsites, hostels and guesthouses, and some places along the route have become known for welcoming cyclists. Other travellers' tips on shelters, water and camp spots are collected on the ",[212,213,215],"a",{"href":214},"\u002Fmap","Cycle Planet map","; add your own finds there to help the next cyclist through the wind.",[102,218,219,220,224],{},"You can also find cyclists who host each other on Cycle Planet; ",[212,221,223],{"href":222},"\u002Fregister","create an account"," to get in touch.",[106,226,228],{"id":227},"crossing-between-argentina-and-chile","Crossing between Argentina and Chile",[102,230,231,232,235],{},"Many Patagonia routes zigzag between Argentina and ",[212,233,6],{"href":234},"\u002Fcountries\u002Fchile",", for example to combine Ruta 40 with the Carretera Austral on the Chilean side. Some crossings are remote, involve ferries or gravel roads, or are only practical in summer. Border formalities, opening times and rules on carrying food (such as fresh fruit, meat and dairy) can be strict. Check the current situation before you plan a crossing.",[106,237,239],{"id":238},"frequently-asked-questions","Frequently asked questions",[241,242,244],"h3",{"id":243},"do-you-need-a-visa-to-cycle-in-argentina","Do you need a visa to cycle in Argentina?",[102,246,247,248,252],{},"Many nationalities can enter Argentina without a visa for tourism, but rules depend on your passport and can change. Check with the Argentine embassy or your government's travel advice, and see the ",[212,249,251],{"href":250},"\u002Fcountries\u002Fargentina","Argentina country page"," for tips from other cyclists.",[241,254,256],{"id":255},"how-long-does-it-take-to-cycle-ruta-40-through-patagonia","How long does it take to cycle Ruta 40 through Patagonia?",[102,258,259],{},"It depends on your start and end point, the wind and how many side trips you take. A section through southern Patagonia can take a few weeks; riding the whole region from the lakes district to the south takes considerably longer. Always plan extra days for wind.",[241,261,263],{"id":262},"should-you-ride-patagonia-north-to-south-or-south-to-north","Should you ride Patagonia north to south or south to north?",[102,265,266],{},"There is no single right answer. Many cyclists ride north to south as the end of a longer trip, while the wind on Ruta 40 often comes from the side either way. Look at your whole route, including east-west sections, before you decide.",[106,268,270],{"id":269},"plan-your-patagonia-ride","Plan your Patagonia ride",[102,272,273,274,276],{},"Cycling Patagonia in Argentina is a test of patience as much as fitness, but the landscapes make the wind worth it. Plan for long stretches without supplies, time your trip for the southern summer and stay flexible. For visa basics, border notes and tips from other cyclists, visit the ",[212,275,251],{"href":250},".",{"title":86,"searchDepth":278,"depth":278,"links":279},2,[280,281,282,283,284,285,286,292],{"id":108,"depth":278,"text":109},{"id":121,"depth":278,"text":122},{"id":157,"depth":278,"text":158},{"id":167,"depth":278,"text":168},{"id":203,"depth":278,"text":204},{"id":227,"depth":278,"text":228},{"id":238,"depth":278,"text":239,"children":287},[288,290,291],{"id":243,"depth":289,"text":244},3,{"id":255,"depth":289,"text":256},{"id":262,"depth":289,"text":263},{"id":269,"depth":278,"text":270},[],null,"Cycling Patagonia in Argentina - riding Ruta 40, dealing with the wind, the best season, long stretches without supplies, sleeping and crossing into Chile.","md",[],{},{},true,"\u002Fblog\u002Fcycling-patagonia-argentina","2026-11-03","5 min",[],{"title":97,"description":295},"Cycling Patagonia - Ruta 40 in Argentina by bike",{"loc":301,"lastmod":302},"blog\u002Fcycling-patagonia-argentina",[],[],[],"3aCBdTxNCNC_C7OuAjs6b8yEE6ZbmA92YSKgQXsfj1g",{"01dRgHcnFiTSprDGCEB4Jxq7iDH3":314,"RYFRjpH3DfdWPpRfG9MIFBSPzH33":315},"Wereldfietser.nl \u002F Vakantiefietser.be","Cycle Planet",{"data":317,"body":318},{},{"type":319,"children":320},"root",[321,328,333,338,343,348,353],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":323,"children":324},"element",{},[325],{"type":326,"value":327},"text","Chile is a beautiful country, perhaps the most beautiful in South America, especially in the lake area, the Paso Agua Negra and the oases in the north. The south is recommended for everyone, the dirt roads to Illapel are a bit more adventurous, but the Paso Agua Negra is especially for experienced cyclists. There are many cyclists who cycle from the lake area to Tierra del Fuego.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":329,"children":330},{},[331],{"type":326,"value":332},"The itinerant cyclist, following the adventurous gravel road (Ruta 7, Carretera Austral) from Chaiten to Villa O'Higgins, will notice few historical areas of traditions and culture in the Region X and Region XI regions of Chilean Patagonia. He \u002F She is mainly dependent on the many nature reserves or national parks along the route. On the stretch from Chaiten to Cochrane, the dense rainforests of Pumalin and Queulat National Parks, glacial scenery of Rio Simpson Nature Reserve and wooded mountain scenery in Cerro Castillo Nature Reserve are the attractions of the region. There are plenty of walking and hiking routes in the national parks. In the vicinity of Puyuhuapi there are facilities to take a break from the adventurous journey by using the thermal baths, Termas de Puyuhuapi. Between Cerro Castillo and Cochrane, travelers imagine themselves in a different world, which is mainly determined by the untouched nature and wetlands along the meandering Rio Ibanez and Rio Murta rivers. The last part of the Carretera Austral shows a fairly inaccessible fjord landscape near Puerto Yungay (Tortel district). This piece can be regarded as one of the last wildernesses of Patagonia, where man has not yet intervened. The last part of the gravel road ends in Villa O'Higgins, where the cyclist can make the crossing to Argentina via a ferry. For many cyclists it is a challenge to complete the approx. 20 kilometer long mountain bike route from Candelario Mansilla (Chile) to the lake Lago del Desierto (Argentina) in five hours. The cyclist braves many steep slopes and will make a lot of crossing over the pools in the dense forest, before reaching Argentina.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":334,"children":335},{},[336],{"type":326,"value":337},"The tourist attractions of the Region XII region in the very south of Chile are located in the walking & hiking paradise of the world, Torres del Paine. This world-famous park is a worthy end to a journey of discovery through Patagonia. The attraction of the famous Torres del Paine peaks makes many tourists decide to take the nine-kilometer hike so that they can immortalize themselves with the vertical granite towers.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":339,"children":340},{},[341],{"type":326,"value":342},"The return trip to the civilized world of Patagonia can be made with a ship from shipping company Navimag. The cruise from Puerto Natales to Puerto Montt, 1500 kilometers away, takes four days and heads north along the Chilean fjords, narrow sea passages (Patagonia Channels) and glaciers. If the sailing schedule and weather conditions permit, you can visit the glacier Amalia. From the boat you have a view of the barren mountain landscapes along the Chilean south coast for days. The low-hanging clouds can obstruct the beautiful view of the Patagonian ice fields.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":344,"children":345},{},[346],{"type":326,"value":347},"In the lake district of Patagonia you can find historical areas with traditions and culture of Mapuchu Indians and Jesuits. European influences and the Christian faith have mainly left their traces on the island of Chiloe and in the major cities of the region IX. Several colorful wooden churches are located in the center of picturesque fishing villages and towns. However, the attractions of the Lake District are the many volcanoes and national parks (P.N. Villarrica, P.N. Nahuel Huapi and P.N. Vicente P. Rosales).",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":349,"children":350},{},[351],{"type":326,"value":352},"The Atacama Desert is very dominant in the north of Chile (Region I and II). In the desert you will find deserted ghost towns near the mining areas. Impressive natural phenomena such as dune formation, moon landscape, volcano tops, vast salt plains and geothermal activities can be found especially at San Pedro de Atacama. In the mountain valleys near the coastal town of Arica, the giant figures drawn on the mainly bare mountain flanks (petroglyphs) and ancient storage sites of the Incas are nice historical sights.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":354,"children":355},{},[356],{"type":326,"value":357},"The remote mountain villages are located on the plateau (Altiplano). The remote mountain roads through the national parks show the diversity of flora and fauna. National park P.N. Lauca is recommended for cyclists who cycle from Bolivia to Arica and want to enjoy the many volcano peaks (+ 5000 m) and lakes. In the vicinity of the national park, many houses in mountain villages are deserted. The residents (shepherds) only return during religious festivals.",{"data":359,"body":360},{},{"type":319,"children":361},[362],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":363,"children":364},{},[365],{"type":326,"value":64},{"data":367,"body":368},{},{"type":319,"children":369},[370,375],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":371,"children":372},{},[373],{"type":326,"value":374},"Some nationalities can enter Chile without a visa.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":376,"children":377},{},[378,380,388],{"type":326,"value":379},"Source: ",{"type":322,"tag":212,"props":381,"children":385},{"href":382,"rel":383},"https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FVisa_policy_of_Chile",[384],"nofollow",[386],{"type":326,"value":387},"Wikipedia",{"type":326,"value":276},{"data":390,"body":391},{},{"type":319,"children":392},[393],{"type":322,"tag":130,"props":394,"children":395},{},[396,401,406,411],{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":397,"children":398},{},[399],{"type":326,"value":400},"There are a relatively large number of well-maintained campsites in the tourist areas. Keep in mind that many campsites are only open during the high season (December - March).",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":402,"children":403},{},[404],{"type":326,"value":405},"The nature parks sometimes have beautiful camping pitches (sometimes also free). In national parks, camping is only allowed where indicated.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":407,"children":408},{},[409],{"type":326,"value":410},"There are hardly any campsites outside the tourist areas.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":412,"children":413},{},[414],{"type":326,"value":415},"In 2006\u002F2007 the price of campsites is around 8000 pesos, just over 10 euros. They are often mainly aimed at families. The larger official campsites can easily be found via the Turistel Camping guide (approx. 5000 pesos) which also has maps (no height \u002F relief indication). You will often also find signs for other campsites along the route. They are often more pleasant for cyclists.",{"data":417,"body":418},{},{"type":319,"children":419},[420,425],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":421,"children":422},{},[423],{"type":326,"value":424},"In most of the larger towns there are plenty of affordable hostels \u002F youth hostels \u002F Residentiales \u002F hotels. Parking bicycles is rarely a problem.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":426,"children":427},{},[428],{"type":326,"value":429},"Hospedajes are cheap overnight accommodations with private individuals: bed + breakfast. They are located in the lake district around Osorno and towns along the Pan-Americana.",{"data":431,"body":432},{},{"type":319,"children":433},[434],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":435,"children":436},{},[437],{"type":326,"value":46},{"data":439,"body":440},{},{"type":319,"children":441},[442],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":443,"children":444},{},[445],{"type":326,"value":48},{"data":447,"body":448},{},{"type":319,"children":449},[450],{"type":322,"tag":130,"props":451,"children":452},{},[453,458,463,468,473,478,483,488],{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":454,"children":455},{},[456],{"type":326,"value":457},"There is a lot of freight traffic on the Pan-Americana, which is no fun.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":459,"children":460},{},[461],{"type":326,"value":462},"Buses and taxis are particularly dangerous for cyclists. Buses in particular often run under great time pressure, the drivers are often overtired by working days that are too long.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":464,"children":465},{},[466],{"type":326,"value":467},"Along many asphalted main roads is an asphalted hard shoulder, with a width of 60cm to 2m, on which it is pleasant to cycle without having to look in your mirror all the time. Watch out for glass and other junk on this strip.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":469,"children":470},{},[471],{"type":326,"value":472},"The Pan Americana is a good but busy asphalt road. Other asphalt roads are good too, but much quieter. Dirt roads are almost all accessible in bad weather, but often have a lot of washboard. There are also some parts of the route in the desert and the high mountains in the north where there is some loose sand. Only a few cars per day pass on this route.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":474,"children":475},{},[476],{"type":326,"value":477},"Roads in the Central Valley are quite good, as well as around Santiago. There is a lot of gravel \u002F washboard in Patagonia.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":479,"children":480},{},[481],{"type":326,"value":482},"In southern Chile, the paved roads often consist of concrete slabs, but sometimes only in one direction, such as from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas. There is mainly freight traffic and some tourist traffic.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":484,"children":485},{},[486],{"type":326,"value":487},"You are not allowed to cycle on the highways near Santiago.",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":489,"children":490},{},[491],{"type":326,"value":492},"Dirt roads can be very hilly, but recommended due to little traffic.",{"data":494,"body":495},{},{"type":319,"children":496},[497,502],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":498,"children":499},{},[500],{"type":326,"value":501},"Joost and Maud (2006): \"Street dogs are absolutely no problem and guard dogs are usually behind fencing. Sometimes the latter is not the case and in certain areas we have had 'dog sticks' at hand (afterwards everything turned out better, better technology is to stop when a dog chases you and make sure that the bicycle is between you and the dog. Often the challenge for the dog is gone and after a short walk next to the bicycle you can continue cycling). Dazer also helps.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":503,"children":504},{},[505],{"type":326,"value":506},"In the north, drought can be a problem (no water).",{"data":508,"body":509},{},{"type":319,"children":510},[511,516],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":512,"children":513},{},[514],{"type":326,"value":515},"Several airlines fly to Chile. Taking the bicycle with you differs per company. Always wise to inquire about the conditions when booking. Also pay attention if you continue with a domestic flight from abroad. Even if your baggage appears to be tagged through, you must first \"clear\" it yourself at the airport where you enter the country (Santiago).",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":517,"children":518},{},[519],{"type":326,"value":520},"Domestic transport by plane is doable. The extra costs for the bicycle are limited.",{"data":522,"body":523},{},{"type":319,"children":524},[525],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":526,"children":527},{},[528],{"type":326,"value":57},{"data":530,"body":531},{},{"type":319,"children":532},[533,538,543,548],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":534,"children":535},{},[536],{"type":326,"value":537},"Modern coaches are used for a large part of domestic transport. Usually it is no problem at all to take your bike with you, although you sometimes have to pay for it. In principle, everything can be reached by buses. If you go further south (south of Chiloe and Puerto Montt) it is no longer possible to cover the entire distance by road. You then have to divert to Argentina, fly or try to get a boat.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":539,"children":540},{},[541],{"type":326,"value":542},"Chilean buses are generally cheap and good. You almost always have to pay for taking your bicycle on the bus, a quarter to the same amount as your bus ticket. The greater the distance traveled, the relatively cheaper the bicycle. Bicycle is usually paid for by the driver. Try to buy a bicycle ticket at the counter, that will not often work, but if you succeed, you will probably be cheaper than the driver.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":544,"children":545},{},[546],{"type":326,"value":547},"In \"single-deckers\", the bicycle often fits entirely in the luggage compartment. Avoid double-deckers because they have a lot less luggage space. If you can already go on that, it is with loose wheels.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":549,"children":550},{},[551],{"type":326,"value":552},"Jozef: \"Sometimes you have to pay extra to take your bicycle with you. Pullman takes the cake and asks 5000 Pesos per bicycle (about 8 Euro) per long distance journey, a large amount compared to the regular bus ticket. To my knowledge also the only company with fixed rates for taking the bicycle with you, with other companies it is often possible to negotiate about the price (which is rolled up on the spot). \"",{"data":554,"body":555},{},{"type":319,"children":556},[557,562],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":558,"children":559},{},[560],{"type":326,"value":561},"From Argentina you can risk the crossing at Lago del Desierto to Candelario Mansilla in Chile. You must complete the walking or cycling tour within 5 to 6 hours, otherwise you will miss the ferry in the late afternoon. Anyone who does not make it can go to one of the refugios of the argentine or chilean army. The shelters are located resp. on the north side of Lago del Desierto in Argentina and south side of Lago Villa O'Higgins, Candelario Mansilla in Chile. In the summer season there is a ferry service once or twice a week.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":563,"children":564},{},[565],{"type":326,"value":566},"You can bring the bike. Keep in mind that the ships often sail according to a timetable and only visit a place once every few days.",{"data":568,"body":569},{},{"type":319,"children":570},[571,579,584,592,597,605,610,615,623],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":572,"children":573},{},[574],{"type":322,"tag":136,"props":575,"children":576},{},[577],{"type":326,"value":578},"Drinking water",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":580,"children":581},{},[582],{"type":326,"value":583},"In general, the tap water is perfectly drinkable, in the cities it has a strong chlorine taste and in Northern Chile drinking is not recommended (not only because of the chlorine, the water simply tastes dirty).",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":585,"children":586},{},[587],{"type":322,"tag":136,"props":588,"children":589},{},[590],{"type":326,"value":591},"Restaurants",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":593,"children":594},{},[595],{"type":326,"value":596},"In the south along the Pan Americana and in the lake district are good restaurants (as in Western Europe).",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":598,"children":599},{},[600],{"type":322,"tag":136,"props":601,"children":602},{},[603],{"type":326,"value":604},"Shops",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":606,"children":607},{},[608],{"type":326,"value":609},"Even in the smallest villages there are shops selling food and drinks. However, these are generally more expensive than larger supermarkets and the quality is less; often snacks with a lot of chocolate.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":611,"children":612},{},[613],{"type":326,"value":614},"In the desert in the north, the distances between villages are a lot longer, are a lot longer than in the south, but still doable without having to carry too much food. Hardly any people live in the north on the high mountain passes, so bring plenty of food. Please note that on Paso Agua Negra you cannot buy food in Juntas (customs office only).",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":616,"children":617},{},[618],{"type":322,"tag":136,"props":619,"children":620},{},[621],{"type":326,"value":622},"Burners",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":624,"children":625},{},[626],{"type":326,"value":627},"It is difficult to obtain fuel for a methanol burner. Camping gaz is also hard to come by. For a gasoline burner you can often buy so-called bencina blanca at a ferreteria or paint shop, benzene actually.",{"data":629,"body":630},{},{"type":319,"children":631},[632,643,648,656],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":633,"children":634},{},[635,637,641],{"type":326,"value":636},"**Mandatory vaccinations",{"type":322,"tag":638,"props":639,"children":640},"br",{},[],{"type":326,"value":642},"\n**",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":644,"children":645},{},[646],{"type":326,"value":647},"No compulsory vaccinations.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":649,"children":650},{},[651],{"type":322,"tag":136,"props":652,"children":653},{},[654],{"type":326,"value":655},"Useful vaccinations for cyclists",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":657,"children":658},{},[659],{"type":326,"value":660},"Nowadays a good vaccination against rabies (rabies) is available, it consists of three vaccinations.",{"data":662,"body":663},{},{"type":319,"children":664},[665,673,678,696,701,706,711,716,721,726,734,739,744],{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":666,"children":667},{},[668],{"type":322,"tag":136,"props":669,"children":670},{},[671],{"type":326,"value":672},"Best bike period",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":674,"children":675},{},[676],{"type":326,"value":677},"Seasons (dry \u002F wet)",{"type":322,"tag":130,"props":679,"children":680},{},[681,686,691],{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":682,"children":683},{},[684],{"type":326,"value":685},"For the part south of santiago you better go in the summer (our winter). Long pants, a sweater and certainly good rain gear are still necessary",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":687,"children":688},{},[689],{"type":326,"value":690},"In the north it can be very hot in summer (our winter).",{"type":322,"tag":133,"props":692,"children":693},{},[694],{"type":326,"value":695},"On the high plains (altiplano), one must take into account rapidly changing weather conditions in the summer months (december to march). Weather change is often accompanied by heavy rain and thunderstorms, strong gusts of wind and falling temperatures. These weather phenomena mainly occur in the late afternoon. The weather is often stable in the early morning.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":697,"children":698},{},[699],{"type":326,"value":700},"Tourist high season",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":702,"children":703},{},[704],{"type":326,"value":705},"January \u002F february is high season, december and march are less busy.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":707,"children":708},{},[709],{"type":326,"value":710},"Prevailing wind directions",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":712,"children":713},{},[714],{"type":326,"value":715},"The wind comes from the sea, turns north above puerto montt and south below puerto montt. Cycling from north to south seems to be the most attractive. The wind always blows hard in the far south.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":717,"children":718},{},[719],{"type":326,"value":720},"Average temperature",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":722,"children":723},{},[724],{"type":326,"value":725},"Varies by region.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":727,"children":728},{},[729],{"type":322,"tag":136,"props":730,"children":731},{},[732],{"type":326,"value":733},"Spare parts",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":735,"children":736},{},[737],{"type":326,"value":738},"In the larger cities and tourist places (such as pucon) good material is available, both parts (up to deore xt) and tools. Beyond that, if there are bicycle shops at all, the range is limited \u002F often unsuitable for touring bikes.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":740,"children":741},{},[742],{"type":326,"value":743},"The most common tire size is 26 inches, this tire size is not difficult to come by (everyone rides mountain bikes). You see a lot of racing bikes in big cities. Here it should be possible to get other tire sizes, but perhaps without a profile.",{"type":322,"tag":102,"props":745,"children":746},{},[747],{"type":326,"value":748},"In santiago, all bicycle shops are located in (calle) san diego 800 and higher. Further south (carretera austral) you will find good bicycle repairers in coihayque and punta arenas. There is little or nothing in between."]