Chapelco

Chapelco is a newly built ski resort on the 1,980 meters high Cerro Chapelco .

It is considered to be not only the safest, but also one of the best ski resorts in the beautiful Lake District of Argentinean Patagonia . It provides a great view of the picturesque lake Lacar, and great skiing opportunities.

Chapelco ski resort is equipped with a highly modern infra-structure. The total ski area is 140 hectares that accommodate 31 individual pistes. Nordic or Alpine, skiers of all types can ski here with great satisfaction. The heavily forested lichen-lined ski trails of Chapelco entertain one and all. Every level of skier enjoys the skis at Chapelco , but it is absolutely great for intermediate skiers. Snowboarding facilities are also great at Chapelco ski resort . The ski schools at Chapelco can compete with the best in the world. The great daycare facilities provide the interested skiers with opportunities to run down the pistes throughout the day.

San Martin de los Andes is the closest town to the resort and plenty of lodging facilities are available there. Lots of restaurants and bars make the night life of the city extremely exciting, making it a great winter destination. The resort can be approached from San Martin de los Andes.