Otto Tipp

Bariloche & the Lake District


After a hard day of doing anything (or nothing) there are few better ways to unwind than by working your way through the selection of microbrews at El Bolsón's original microbrewery. Guests are invited to a free sampling of the six varieties, including a smoky stout, wheat ale and blond ale. The food takes a back seat to the beer.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Bariloche & the Lake District attractions

1. Feria Artesanal

0.3 MILES

Local craftspeople sell their wares at this market, along the eastern edge of Plaza Pagano, which boasts over 300 artists, who make and sell everything…

2. Cabeza del Indio

1.66 MILES

On a ridge 7km west of town is Cabeza del Indio, a rock outcrop resembling a man’s profile; the trail has great views of the Río Azul and Lago Puelo. The…

3. Cascada Escondida

2.43 MILES

Small but beautifully formed, this 'hidden' waterfall lies several kilometers north of El Bolsón, reachable via a gravel road or a walking trail from town.

4. Bosque Tallado

3.01 MILES

A signposted road leads from RN 40 up the wooded slopes of Cerro Piltriquitrón. From the end of the road, it's a 40-minute hike to the Sculpted Forest,…