Trevelín (from Welsh, TRE: People and VELIN: Mill) was founded in the late nineteenth century by Welsh settlers from the Chubut River Inferior Valley. Its mystical cultural legacy has Celtic roots, bringing an exquisite variety of cultural and historical oportunities of an inescapable value.

Los Alerces County

It takes place in the city of Epuyén. Cradle of artisans, environmentalist movements, and pioneers who came to this beautiful land in search of peace and spiritual tranquility. This festival is generally held the first half of February.

Active tourism

With more than 123,000 hectares of native forests, grasslands, lakes and mountains that form its territory, Trevelín has varied recreational options to enjoy throughout the year.

Protected areas of an outstanding beauty, special places like the Nant y Fall Nature Reserve just 17 km from the city. The river of the same name, has seven water jumps, four of them within the protected area (the largest one with 64 mts. height ), along a 400 meters footpath. Guarded by an indigenous forest. An enchanting walk.

On the Argentine-Chilean border, small lakes like Baguilt (protected in its natural reserves), are fed by glaciers and pure crystal water. It's found 1000 mts. above the sea level, the flora and wildlife that inhabit its banks differs substantially from the other bodies of water of Trevelín and Los Alerces National Park.

The 22 km. irregular path that separates Trevelín natural paradise from the urban area, makes it an exceptional setting for 4x4 vehicles, mountain biking, trekking or horse. Given the area's natural wealth and extreme fragility, leisure activities are accompanied by expert guides who look after ones security and the integrity of the natural heritage. To the east, Rosario Lake and Sierra Colorada greet you with the ancestral cordiality of the Mapuche people in the auto camping served by the community. The techniques inherited from their ancestors, show a remarkable crafts manufacturing that takes one back to the past.

24 km. from Trevelín the Alerces National Park central area is located, probably one of the most beautiful in parks the country and probably the best taken care of the country. The Villa Futalaufquen, the park's main area, has a museum and a information center. Boat Tours in safe and comfortable ships travel the lakes enabling access to unique places in the world, such as the millennial Alerzal, with 3000 years old tree species. The margins of Futalaufquen Lake, Arrayanes River, Verde Lake, Rivadavia Lake and River, frame the way to the picturesque town of Cholila, once the den of the famous American outlaws Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. A dream landscape that links this area with El Bolsón and Bariloche.

In the Andean Patagonian forest region, Trevelín's Campo Experimental del INTA develops agricultural, livestock and forestry activities. A self-guided circuit, duly marked, and with a low difficulty will lead to panoramic view overlooking the 16 de Octubre valley and the presence of rocky conglomerates, from deposits of glacial origin and the course of the Arroyo Blanco.

To the south, the rushing waters of the Corcavado River, call lovers of rafting, kayaking and ducking into the white water adventure. This activity varied degrees of difficulty are provided by experts to ensure full days of adrenaline. Designed to supply power to the ALUAR aluminum plant in the city of Puerto Madryn, the original technical design and the beautiful natural environment of the Futaleufu hydroelectric complex, justify its visit. Located at the southern end of Los Alerces National Park, just 18 km. of Trevelín.

In the winter, "La Hoya" displays its best white for snow lovers. 14 km. from Esquel, the largest city in the Los Alerces County, all winter activities with the best snow in South America in a ski resort ideal for families.

Cohabiting in our lakes and ponds rainbow trouts, browns, brooks and in recent years, the Pacific salmon in the Futaleufu River. It's the result of more than 100 years of planting and taking care of species introduced by Francisco P. Fernando Moreno Lialle. Its evolution and interaction with native species, has made our region a major focus for sport fishing attracting Fly Fishing practitioners from around the world, positioning us as one the favorite destinations for sport fishermen. The area has an ample supply of water bodies, spring creeks, large and small rivers, where one can develop its skills in fly fishing in catch and release mode.

The licensed sport fishing guides ensure suitable and tailored sites to the level and goals of every fisherman. From Trevelín we suggest your next fishing destination from the center of the basins of northwestern Chubut.

Cultural Tourism

Historical School No. 18

In this venerable building, which was the first educational institution in the region (from 1895), the first inhabitants of the 16 de Octubre Valley decided to live forever under the blue and white flag, Argentinian sovereignty, this vast area of enormous wealth and incredible landscapes. It's where a Historical Investigation Center about the 1902 April 30 plebiscite and the investigation of the border disputes between Argentina and the sister nation of Chile develops its activity. It is located just 8 km. the urban area.

Welsh Tea

The traditional tea ceremony, accompanied by delicious cakes, pies, scones, cheese, homemade bread and local sweets, is almost an obligatory ritual for the locals and visitors. Tourists will discover the subtle flavors of traditional black cake (created by the first ladies who came to the Welsh coast of Patagonia) and Cream Pie, also an exclusive specialty of the Welsh colony of Chubut. To meet such a demanded service, Trevelín has several institutions devoted to that task, with a reputation that goes well beyond its borders.

Trevelín Regional Museum

Founded in 1971, houses a collection of historical documents and objects representing customs and practices in the relationship between the Welsh and the natives of the Andean region. The museum is housed in the old Flour Mill building of the Andes SCA Company, the largest and most important in the Andes region. Founded in 1922, the venture was of such importance to the area that ended up giving the name to the city of Trevelin.

El Malacara Path

Located in the city center, but established in a century-old forest, is one of the most representative sites of the history of Trevelín and the Welsh colonization. It's where Taide Cartref (Home of Grandfather) is located, an adobe, wood and cane building, which allows visitors to learn the rich history of this region and see a large number of domestic objects that belonged to John Daniel Evans while enjoying the story told by Ms. Clery Evans, granddaughter of this character. At the same site the remains of the faithful horse Malacara rests, which while saving the life of Mr. Evans in 1884, by fleeing from an ambush by hostile Araucanians, greatly contributed to Argentina's seizure of the Cordillera region.

The Nant Fach Windmill

An exact replica of the old home made and semi-industrial mills that proliferated in Trevelín since the late nineteenth century until the mid-twentieth century. Built entirely by hand by a direct descendant of one of those pioneers Welsh, prepares flours of different types using a 2,000 years old technique. Visiting this mill and the small museum annex that recalls that glorious past of flour production in the area is a unique experience.

The Old Patagonian Express "La Trochita"

Since 1945 and with steam locomotives from 1921, runs the Patagonian steppe the affectionately called "Trochita" responsible for a noticeable economic boost for our area at the time of its creation. Its name derives from a minimum gauge of 70 cm. and its original state constitutes a meeting with the past. A recreational ride with a high tourism value leaves the Esquel Station, 24 km. of Trevelín, to Nahuel Pan station where you are welcomed by the Mapuche community with regional handicrafts and cuisine.