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A Quiet Climb at Cerro López

The trail to the mountain shelter on Cerro López is a rewarding afternoon trek. It takes about three hours, so starting early helps you beat the heat and the crowds.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    Cerro López

    Take the #10 bus to Cerro López. The guide recommends arriving when it opens or at the quietest time to start your trek.

  2. 11:00

    Cerro López

    Reach the mountain shelter. Bring water and fruit to keep your energy up during the tiring climb.

  3. 12:00

    Cerro López

    Enjoy the impressive views from the shelter before heading back down.

Local tip

The trek is not as easy as Otto's, so pace yourself. Colonia Suiza is nearby if you want to explore a Swiss-like borough after your descent.

Check before you go

  • Check the #10 bus route and schedule in advance.
  • Bring plenty of water and high-energy snacks like fruit.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to San Carlos de Bariloche (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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