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Centro de visitantes del Parque Nacional Patagonia

Discover Patagonia's natural and cultural heritage at this innovative visitor center in the heart of Parque Nacional Patagonia.

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The Centro de visitantes del Parque Nacional Patagonia, or Patagonia National Park Visitor Center, is an innovative museum offering an interactive look at the landscape and cultural history of the Chacabuco Valley. It highlights the importance of national parks and ecological recovery, nestled within the stunning Patagonia National Park in Chile.

A brief summary to Centro de visitantes del Parque Nacional Patagonia

  • Valle Chacabuco, Cochrane, Aysén, CL

Local tips

  • Explore the interactive exhibits to learn about the park's ecosystem and conservation efforts.
  • Take time to admire the building's sustainable design, incorporating local materials and energy-efficient features.
  • Combine your visit with a hike on one of the park's many trails to fully appreciate the Patagonian landscape.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    The Centro de visitantes del Parque Nacional Patagonia is located in Valle Chacabuco. From Cochrane, drive north on Route X-83 for approximately 24 kilometers. The visitor center will be on your right. There is no fee to enter the park, but camping within the park requires payment.

  • Walking

    Once within the Valle Chacabuco sector of Parque Nacional Patagonia, the visitor center is easily accessible by foot from nearby camping areas and trailheads. Follow the marked paths leading towards the main building complex. The center is designed to be easily navigable for visitors of all abilities.

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The Patagonia National Park Visitor Center serves as a key piece of infrastructure within the park, offering visitors an educational experience and a deeper connection with the natural environment. The center interactively presents the landscape and cultural history of the Chacabuco Valley, incorporating a moving narrative about the importance of national parks and ecological restoration. The building itself is an attraction, constructed with local stones and recycled wood, evoking the style of old Patagonia from the 1880s. The design incorporates sustainable elements, such as a double-layered roof that harnesses solar radiation to preheat air, contributing to the building's natural heating and reducing energy consumption. Inside, the center is divided into thematic areas dedicated to conservation, geography, culture, flora, and fauna of the region. These spaces guide visitors through the park's most important aspects and its ecosystem. Beyond the main exhibit hall, the visitor center includes spaces for temporary exhibitions, an audiovisual room, a reception area, and restrooms. The building also features a second floor with an apartment for the center's caretaker. The center stands as an example of how sustainable architecture can harmoniously integrate into the natural landscape of Patagonia National Park. The park was created in 2018, thanks to the donation of land by the Tompkins Conservation, and it protects over 304,000 hectares.

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