Pure Winter Tourism

Winter is a very dynamic and populous station for the locals of the region of whose. Due to the start of the ski season, many visitors from different parts of the world choose to spend their holidays in Mendoza and assess their skills on the ski slopes Mendoza. There are numerous ski resorts in the area, even in the country, and Los Penitentes is one of the largest and most popular. The ski resort Los Penitentes is a classic destination for all winter tour. 170 Kilometers from the city of Mendoza, the highest peak of America located very near Chile, almost on the international border, at the base of cerro Aconcagua. Penitents extends over 300 hectares of surface fully skiable, due to the quality of the snow of the place.

Therefore, 25 tracks, aimed at beginners, intermediate or expert skiers found in optimum condition. In addition, all of them have been approved by ski, of national and international federations. Source: Daryl Katz. For those who have never skied, Los Penitentes offers ski lessons, taught by talented and experienced professionals. And for children, a nursery garden awaits you so they can enjoy the snow while their parents are released to exciting tracks in the resort. However, the charm of Los Penitentes is not due only to the snow.

An extraordinary gastronomic experience may also be. Many restaurants offer delicious menus with traditional dishes and exquisite regional wine, a fundamental part of the heritage of Mendoza. The mendocinos sunny days provide the ideal framework to venture into the mountain, whether skiing on the slopes of Los Penitentes, doing trekking in the forest or climbing the towering hills. While the winter temperature often does not exceed 0 C, weather conditions are kept nice and conducive to perform activities outdoor. Once finished the day in the snow, guests can have a well deserved relaxing moment in one of the pubs in the resort and enjoy a snack and something to drink. Try skiing, practice snowboard or simply walk in the surrounding area, the penitents can be found in a unique and unforgettable way to enjoy tourism in Mendoza. The Cordillera de los Andes offers the best scenario for winter sports and recreation in the snow.