Argentine Patagonia is home to a vast amount of impressive landscapes, and one of them is “hidden” 40 kilometers from San Martín de los Andes.
This place stands out for being an extremely quiet place, located on the shores of a charming lake, where barely 300 people reside and there is no electricity supply.
Is about Villa Lake Meliquinaa small community in the Lacar Department whose name means “four corners.” This town began to be developed in 1977 when the owners of an old ranch decided to subdivide the land on the banks of the Lake Meliquina.
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What to do in Villa Lago Meliquina, Neuquén
Initially, Villa Lake Meliquina It was just a transit point between Bariloche and San Martín de los Andes. However, in 1998, with the paving of the famous Camino de los Seven Lakeswhich connects San Martín de los Andes with Villa La Angostura, the town experienced a significant change.
The first inhabitants of this area arrived looking to escape the bustle of cities such as Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Rosario and La Plata. These pioneers founded the Development Commission of the village. Nowadays, although Meliquina It does not have conventional electricity, the homes are sustainable and are powered by solar and wind energy. In addition, there are telephone and broadband internet services through wireless connections.
At Villa Lago Meliquina you can do various outdoor activities related to its natural environment, such as fishing, kayaking, windsurfing, kitesurfing, trekking and mountain biking. The villa also has three accessible viewpoints and a plaza with games for children.
Since 2020, there is a tourist information office located above the Provincial Route 63, in front of the fire station. Here, visitors can access free WiFi and consult an interactive map using QR, which details the accommodation, gastronomy and services offered on site.
How to get to Villa Lago Meliquina, Neuquén
The most common way to reach Villa Lake Meliquina It’s by car. From San martin de los andestakes the Provincial Route 48 towards the north and then follow the signs to “Villa Meliquina” or “Ruta de los Siete Lagos”. The total distance is about 41 kilometers, which is usually covered in approximately one hour.
Source: Ambito
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