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Immersed in the beauty and majesty of the Villarrica National Park,
near Coñaripe, the Geométricas Hot Springs are the
new and original choice for thermal tourism in Chile.
These Hot Springs are located next to the Aihué Inlet and
the easiest way to get there is to leave from Villarrica, passing
by Lican Ray until you arrive to Coñaripe. There is a transfer
service that leaves Coñaripe and takes you to the hot springs
along the route that leads to the Villarrica National Park.
The Geométricas Hot Springs, or Cajón Negro, as
they used to be called, are the result of an ambitious project carried
out by architect, Germán del Sol. He strived to create a
harmonic balance between nature and geometry by constructing the
hot springs from mainly wood and raw materials.
These hot springs are characterized by an abundant number of thermal
fountains, around 60 in all. They spring from the Aihué ravine
at temperatures of 176°F (80°C). Another unique characteristic
that adds even more attraction to this place is the wooden footbridge
that passes through the center and allows you to look around the
ravine and choose your favorite pool in which to bathe. Under the
footbridge, which is about 1,476 ft. long (450 m), the thermal waters
flow into the pools through a wooden channel that directs the water.
The Villarrica National Park alone deserves a visit. Its main and
most significant attraction is the Villarrica Volcano itself, a
towering 9,338 ft. (2,847 m) above sea level. Despite the fact that
the Villarrica is one of the most active volcanoes in South America,
there is a large ski center nestled on its slopes and climbing excursions
that guide you to the volcano's peak where you can see the lava
that churns within, live and in color. The park is rich in flora
and fauna, sprawled over a surface area of 151,000 acres (63,000
hectares). Species of trees that stand out are the Evergreen Beech,
Long-leaf Maniu, and the Coigüe. Some of the wildlife that
inhabits the area include pumas, gray fox, red fox, mountain goats,
coupu (kind of beaver), skunks and mountain monkeys that regardless
of the name are one of three species of marsupials that live in
Chile.
You can also go hiking, mountain climbing, fishing, observe nature,
shoot photos, and go horseback riding in the park's interior.
Other nearby vacation spots include Pucón and Lican Ray,
famous for their beaches along the Villarrica Lake.
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When to go
Year round. There is no central heating in the winter and
it gets a little cold if snow falls.
How to get there
From Villarrica to the hot springs 56 miles (90 km). From
Pucón, 32 miles (52 km).
Location
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Hotels
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Riñimapu Hotel
Where Riñihue Lake empties, no # Panguipulli,
Panguipulli
Riñimapu Hotel is located along the shores of Riñihue
Lake, right where the San Pedro river begins. It is 1 hour from
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Facilities
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The hot springs boast 16 separate, thermal pools with water temperatures
that vary between 95°F and 108°F (35°C and 42°C)
and 4 fresh water pools. In addition, there are bathrooms, changing
rooms, lockers, and a cafeteria style, outdoor barbecue area. However,
there are no facilities for accommodations so you cannot stay in
the hot springs for more than a day. There are hotels and lodges
in the nearby tourist centers of Pucón, Lican Ray, and Villarrica.
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Water Type
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- Hyperthermic waters 95° to 108°F (35ºC and 42ºC)
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Indications
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Discrepancies
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Applications
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Photographs
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Attractions
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Villarrica National Park, Pucón, Lican Ray, Villarrica,
Villarrica Volcano.
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Activities
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Baths and other thermal activities,
photography, walks and hikes, mountain climbing, and fishing.
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