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Founded as a fortress in 1767 in Cape Horn, Ancud is today one of the most important attractions in Chiloe, visited by tourist from all over the world.

It is the political and military capital, and it has a beautiful urban infrastructure, with typical constructions that stand out next to the most modern ones.

Attractions

Historical interest zone.

Activities

Hiking, bicycle ridings, photography.

Location

Tenth region. Localized 90 kilometers south of Puerto Montt.

How to get there?

From Santiago: Airway to El Tepual Airport in Puerto Montt. Then, land route.

FromPuerto Montt: Land route, by Route 5 to Pargua. Then, seaway to Chacao.

When to go?

January, February, November, December.

Climate

Rainy moderate weather. This weather features rain all year long; in the interior, the temperature oscillates between day and night.

Services

Housing, food, transportation, museum, camping.

Surroundings

Achao, Ancud, Caulin Bay, Chacao, Chonchi, Compu, Curaco de Velez, Dalcahue, Laitec island, Mithological and Ecologycal Park of Chiloé, Chiloé National Park, Pingüineras de Puñihuil, Brava beach, Quellón, Chepu River, Yaldad.

Some featured hotels in Ancud

Hostal Boutique Faros del Sur
The first Boutique Hostel in Chiloe! Accompanying the trend of world tourism, where nature and scenic aspect comes together with the comfort and well being of the tourist, offers a range of quality services worldwide. This is the…
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Hostería Ancud
Enjoy a stunning view of the Lacuy bay; in a place surrounded by magic legends and traditions of Chiloé Island. The hostel stands up on the ocean front of the magnificent Ancud Gulf at the magical landscapes of Chiloe island. …
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Ancud touristic attractions

Chiloe Island

Near touristic attractions

Chacao	14 mi
Chiloe National Park	15 mi
Dalcahue	34 mi
Castro	40 mi
Puerto Montt	49 mi
Puerto Montt and Angelmo	49 mi
Chonchi	50 mi

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