La Ruta de los Parques » Villa Amengual

Located in the Cisne Medio sector, Villa Amengual was founded in 1983, after the Carretera Austral was first opened. It lies very close to the Cisnes River, making it a must-visit destination for fly fishers.

The town also plays an important role in the preservation of cultural traditions, which are celebrated in events such as the International Equestrian Festival, which brings together locals and people from nearby countries to participate in folkloric demonstrations, enjoy cuisine from the area, and attend traditional handicraft shows.

Lodging, Food, and Activities

Lodging is available in Villa Amengual. Find more details at:

www.lagoverdeaysen.cl

Region

Lago Verde

Province

Coyhaique

Population

200

Climate and Rainfall

Andean Patagonian Cold Steppe, with a median rainfall of approximately 71 inches annually

Nearest National Park(s)

Queulat National Park

Don’t Miss

Visit the Lago Torres National Reserve.
Visit the Travieso River.
Fly fish in the River Cisnes basin.
Visit Lago Carlota National Reserve, a great place for camping and trekking.
Explore the route from Villa Amengual to La Tapera, enjoying the landscape’s gradual transition from forest to steppe. Be sure to stop at the El Diablo lookout point.
Explore Queulat National Park.
Visit the old church made by father Ronchi, Italian missionary who is still remembered for his tireless energy for exploring the most remote locations of Patagonia and helping the inhabitants of the Aysén region.

How to get

Villa Amengual is located 83 miles from Coyhaique along the Carretera Austral, as well as 37 miles from Puerto Cisnes and 36 miles from Mañihuales.

Tips

For more information about the Río Frías–Appeleg border crossing, visit: http://www.pasosfronterizos.gov.cl/ and https://pasosfronterizos.com/paso-rio-frias.php.
If you’re driving into Argentina, you’ll need to buy the required insurance before your trip.
You’ll need a fishing license if you plan to do any fishing. Find more information at: http://pescarecreativa.sernapesca.cl/.
The municipal library has free Wi-Fi
There are corner stores in town where you can pay with card.
The Michay corner store has a phone, Internet, and a “Caja Vecina” (rural bank service).
For more information about the Lago Las Torres National Reserve, visit: http://www.conaf.cl/parques/reserva-nacional-lago-las-torres/.
At the «Refugio Río Cisnes», located 4 miles further north from town, you´ll find bike repair shops.

Nearest Park(s)

Aysén region

Queulat National Park

Queulat National Park is 165 kilometers north of Coyhaique. Created in 1983, its area consists of 154,093 hectares.

Basic Services

“Caja Vecina” (Rural Bank Services)
Rural Health Services
Auto Repair Shop
Cell Service (Movistar and Claro)
Visitor’s Center
Bike Repair Shop

Visitor’s Center

You can find tourist information in the municipal offices.

Important Dates

In February, the town holds the Villa Amengual Equestrian Festival.

Temporary closure of the Protected Areas of Chile

Villa Amengual

Coyhaique

Lodging, Food, and Activities

Region

Lago Verde

Province

Coyhaique

Population

200

Climate and Rainfall

Andean Patagonian Cold Steppe, with a median rainfall of approximately 71 inches annually

Nearest National Park(s)

Queulat National Park

Don’t Miss

How to get

Tips

Nearest Park(s)

Aysén region

Queulat National Park

Basic Services

Visitor’s Center

Important Dates

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