A Patagonian corner that combines European history, dazzling landscapes and a unique gastronomic offer, a few kilometers from Bariloche.
Patagonia hides little known corners that provide experiences beyond traditional tourist destinations. A few minutes from Bariloche is a community that revives the Essence of European peoplescombining history and gastronomy in a unique environment. Colonia Switzerlandthat dates from the end of the 19th century, keeps its original architecture intact and the imprint of its founders, offering visitors a sensation that resembles the Alps without leaving the South Argentine.
The mixture of unusual traditions and landscapes translates into an ideal scenario for those who seek to immerse themselves in the culture and taste of the region. The proposal invites you to travel cobbled streets, savor typical recipes and know closely the legacy of immigrants.
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What can be done in Colonia Switzerland
Touring the center of Colonia Switzerland is a trip to the past. Its narrow streets and wood facades create an ancient atmosphere that invites you to know its history. The Artisanal Fairorganized by the Neighborhood Board, opens its doors on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, offering handmade products by local artisans.
The local gastronomy It is another attraction. In tea and restaurant houses, the priest, a traditional dish, is cooked outdoors in a hot land. Seafood, meats, potatoes, vegetables and leaves of nalca are mixed, creating a recipe that pays tribute to the roots of the community.
A few steps from the center, they are Typical fruit plantations of Patagonia. Visitors can travel them with guides, know the cultivation process and try sweet and canned artisanal.
The Organic Swiss Farm It is another place that cannot be visited. There, tourists can know how foods occur, try fresh products and learn about rural and sustainable life in the area.
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Where is Colonia Switzerland
Colonia Switzerland is in the province of Black Riveralone 25 kilometers from Barilocheone of the most tourist cities in Patagonia. This small town, which was the first European settlement in the region, retains the essence of its origin at the end of the 19th century, with dirt streets, wooden houses and an architecture that reflects the influence of the Swiss immigrants who arrived at that time.
Its location in the heart of Patagonia, surrounded by mountains, forests and lakes, gives it an impressive landscape that complements the historical and cultural wealth of the place.
How to get to Colonia Switzerland
From the center of Barilocheit starts with October 12 Avenue in the west direction until reaching the intersection with the Bustillo Avenue (RN 237). After touring approximately 8 kilometers along this path, you must turn left in the detour that leads directly to the village. With this route, the trip is simple and allows you to enjoy the Patagonian landscape on the journey.
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