The south of Chile in winter: Four cities you should visit

Did you know that in our country you can enjoy the snow and go shopping in the same day? It is possible thanks to the proximity of the ski centers to some cities in the south of Chile.

We will leave you with four cities where you can shop and enjoy snow sports, hotels, and luxury cuisine in a single day. There is no better place to enjoy winter than in Chile!

Four cities in the south of Chile to visit this winter

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Temuco and its incredible ski centers

Located near Corralco and the Las Araucarias ski centers, Temuco is a meeting point between the countryside and the city, where European migration meets the tradition of the Mapuche People.

In Corralco you can get away from urban life and have a great time, with a spectacular hotel and first-class facilities. It is located in the Malalcahuello National Reserve, just two hours from Temuco.  You can find more information here.

On one side of the Llaima Volcano is the Las Araucarias Ski Center, a huge complex located in Conguillío National Park that has shelters and slopes for beginners, intermediate and experienced skiers. It is only one hour and a half from Temuco. You will find information regarding tickets and more here.

Its main shopping centers are the Portal Temuco, the Patio Outlet and the Caracol shopping Center.

Pucón offers a huge variety of activities

In Pucón you can go trekking in different nationals parks, get excited doing waters sports and enjoy pleasant baths.

In addition, it is a good point to buy souvenirs and crafts, mainly wooden products. In the area you will find the Pillán Ski Centers, one of the most modern in Chile.

Just half an hour from Pucón is the Pillán Ski Center. Located within Villarrica National Park, you will find beautiful panoramic views and a huge slope here to feel the adrenaline of skiing and snowboarding.  More information about the start of the season here.

Osorno and some of its must-sees

Beautiful lake landscapes are found in Osorno, starting point of the beautiful Los Jesuitas Route.

If you are looking to go shopping, at the Portal Osorno you can enjoy an entertaining day, while at the Rahue free fair you will find rustic products that you will love.

And a short distance away, you can enjoy the snow at Antillanca Ski Center.

With more than 400 hectares of skiable terrain, at the Antillanca Ski Center you can enjoy the snow in the middle of native forests, volcanoes and lakes that make up Puyehue National Park. It is located one hour and 42 minutes from Osorno. Find out more here.

Los Angeles and magnificent Antuco

Located in the Biobío Region, Los Ángeles is a city of enormous growth, where you can go shopping at this famous Mall Plaza in the morning and then enjoy exiting winter sports at the Volcán Antuco Ski Center.

At the Volcán Antuco Ski Center you can go snowmobiling, take out snowboarding lessons and much more. It is part of the Laguna del Laja National Park and is just 1 hour and 40 minutes by car from Los Ángeles. Click here to find out when they will start with the 2024 season.