Puente del Rio San Pablo
Argentina, south-america
N/A
N/A
hard
Year-round
Okay, picture this: you're way down in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, practically at the bottom of the world. You're cruising along a super scenic road when BAM! You hit this totally awesome wooden bridge stretching 42 meters over the San Pablo River. Seriously, this bridge is a showstopper!
Now, the road itself? It's generally kept in good nick, so a 2WD with decent clearance should be fine if you take it slow on the straight bits. But pro tip: Rent a 4x4. Trust me, it'll make the ride smoother and less stressful. You're heading up to Cerro Estrella, after all, right in the Andes! Just a heads-up: the weather here is a bit wild, and the wind can be a real beast. Be prepared for anything! Also on the itinerary is the surreal Salar del Hombre Muerto. Get ready for an epic adventure!
Where is it?
Puente del Rio San Pablo is located in Argentina (south-america). Coordinates: -38.0585, -61.5491
Road Details
- Country
- Argentina
- Continent
- south-america
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- -38.0585, -61.5491
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