Bikepacking & biketouring near the city of Bariloche, located beside the Andes mountain range in Argentine Patagonia.
THE BEST PLACES IN THE WORLD FOR TRAVELLING BY BIKE
THE BEST PLACES IN THE WORLD FOR TRAVELLING BY BIKE
PATAGONIA IS A UNIQUE NATURAL LANDSCAPE TO EXPLORE BY BIKE
Spectacular landscapes: Bariloche is surrounded by mountains, lakes, and forests. Bike tours offer stunning views of the Andes Mountains, especially on routes like the Seven Lakes Road.
Ideal summer weather: During January and February, Bariloche’s weather is warm and dry, perfect for outdoor activities. The days are long, allowing for more daylight hours for cycling.
PRIVILEGED LOCATION, BETWEEN THE MAJESTIC ANDES MOUNTAINS AND THE PATAGONIAN STEPPE
Variety of Routes: There are multiple circuits and trails of varying difficulty levels, allowing both beginners and experienced cyclists to enjoy the activity. There are a variety of paved and gravel routes.
Challenging Terrain: The geographical diversity is wonderful. The mountainous area, with its green forests and large lakes, and the Patagonian steppe, with its impressive landscapes and low, yellowish vegetation.
BARILOCHE IS THE STARTING POINT FOR SEVERAL FAMOUS BICYCLE TOURING ROUTES
7 Lakes Route: 200 kilometers long. It begins in Bariloche and ends in San Martin de los Andes. The trip takes between 4 and 5 days.
Carretera Austral: You can start in Bariloche (ARG). The route crosses the Andes and runs for 1,500 kilometers to O’Higgins (CH). From there, you can cross to El Chaltén (ARG) to finish the trip.
Patagonia Beer trail: A bikepacking trip that runs through the Patagonian steppe and the Andean Cordillera. It passes through Bariloche, San Martin de los Andes, and El Bolsón.
NAHUEL HUAPI NATIONAL PARK IS A WORLD-RENOWNED DESTINATION FOR ITS DIVERSE ADVENTURE TOURISM OFFERINGS
Connection with nature: Cycling allows you to be in direct contact with nature, which contributes to a relaxing and revitalizing experience. You can enjoy the fresh mountain air, its colors, and its aromas.
Complementary activities: The region offers various activities that you can combine with cycling, such as trekking, camping, rafting, and climbing, which further enrich your experience.
BARILOCHE IS A WELL-CONNECTED CITY WITH FIRST-CLASS TOURIST SERVICES
Hotels and gastronomy: The city offers variety of accomodation, from hostels, cabins, and short-term rentals to 4 and 5 star hotels with privileged views and top-notch services.
International Airport: The airport is modern and located just 20 minutes from the city. It handles domestic flights as well as international flights from Chile, Brazil, and Uruguay.
VIDEOS OF BICYCLE TOURING AND BIKEPACKING IN PATAGONIA
Video – Bikepacking the Andean TRAIL
In the spring of 2019, we received our first Halawa brand bikepacking equipment. So we decided to go out and try them out and explore the Andean Trail. We took a four-day trip from Bariloche to El Bolsón, following this network of singletracks of considerable difficulty.
Video by COF Fotografía.
Length: 3:56 minutes
Video – Seven Lakes Route by Bike
Three friends ride the wonderful Seven Lakes Road in summer. A 5-day trip with a tent, stopping at the most beautiful campsites in Patagonia. The total trip is 200 km. Departing from Bariloche and ending in San Martin de los Andes.
Video by COF Fotografía.
Length: 1.00 minute