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San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina
Bariloche sits on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi in the heart of Argentine Patagonia, and its combination of alpine scenery, chocolate shops, and craft breweries creates a uniquely Argentine mountain town experience. The Centro Civico, a handsome stone-and-timber civic center, overlooks the lake and provides a starting point for walks along the waterfront and into the surrounding hills. Calle Mitre is the main commercial street, lined with chocolate shops (chocolaterias) where artisan chocolate is a serious tradition. The Circuito Chico, a 60-kilometer scenic loop, passes through forests, lakes, and viewpoints that can be walked in sections. Cerro Campanario offers a chair lift to what National Geographic once called one of the best views in the world. The Llao Llao peninsula, with its famous hotel and nature trails through ancient arrayanes (myrtle) forests, is one of the most beautiful lakeside walks in South America.
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Bariloche's weather changes rapidly — always carry rain gear and layers, even on sunny days. Mountain trails can be muddy and steep, so bring proper hiking boots for anything beyond town walks.
November through March (Southern Hemisphere summer) offers the warmest weather and longest days for hiking, while June through August brings skiing and a cozy winter chocolate-shop atmosphere.