Padre Las Casas

Padre Las Casas combines distinctive cultural connections with green city parks and views of the landscape. The Puente Treng Treng Kay Kay crosses the Río Cautín, creating a renewed connection between Temuco and the commune of Padre Las Casas. Those looking for a vacation destination with cultural discoveries and outdoor activities will find a range of themes here to consider when planning their trip.

Culture between Mapuche tradition and art

At the entrance to Padre Las Casas, Logko Kura stands beside the Puente Treng Treng Kay Kay. Logko Kura symbolizes the connection between two cultures, bringing Mapuche culture into relation with Western culture. The bridge also has cultural and scenic value. It is Chile’s first asymmetrical cable-stayed bridge. Together, these places give your visit a cultural dimension that goes beyond the bridge’s design.

The Centro Cultural de Padre Las Casas is a place for art, music, theater and the local community. The “El Encuentro” art project at the cultural center featured three wooden sculptures at the entrance. They were presented at the inauguration; their subjects symbolize dance, theater and music. This links a specific art project with several forms of expression. If you are interested in cultural themes, both this project and the connection between Mapuche and Western cultures are distinctive points of interest in the town.

Green spaces and city parks

Parque Pulmahue is located beside the Río Cautín and features extensive green spaces. It is described as the “green lung of the city” and recommended for walks, relaxation, family activities and outdoor sports. This makes it a versatile place to spend time surrounded by greenery: you can include a walk or activities with the family in your itinerary.

Parque Corvalán is a city park in the heart of town. Its features include green spaces and play areas. This sets it apart from Parque Pulmahue, whose location beside the Río Cautín and extensive green spaces are particularly highlighted. For families who want to make time for play during an outing, Corvalán is another park option within Padre Las Casas.

Panoramic views from Cerro Conun Huenu

Cerro Conun Huenu is a natural and cultural landmark offering panoramic views. It adds a scenic dimension to the city parks. If you appreciate the views as well as cultural sites on your trip, this mountain is another reason to consider Padre Las Casas. Parks, culture and panoramas appeal to different interests, so you do not have to focus your stay on just one theme.

The river and municipal recreational activities

The Padre Las Casas municipal kayak school began in 2017 on the Río Cautín. After work on the Puente Treng Treng Kay Kay, the kayak initiative moved to the banks of the Río Huichahue, in the Prado Huichahue area. There, the municipal sports corporation provided 20 kayaks, life jackets and paddles. As an educational and recreational activity run by the municipal sports program, the kayak school took place for the sixth year in a row. The commune’s various connections to the rivers are also part of its recreational history.

The town is also associated with a gastronomic event: the Fiesta Gastronómica del Estofado de San Juan was held in Padre Las Casas for the third time. These different interests can help you choose a vacation rental: Would you like to focus on cultural sites and art, spend time in the parks, or include the landscape and recreational activities in your trip? Padre Las Casas offers plenty to consider as you plan your vacation.

Discover more places

If you would like to discover more places: Lautaro, Freire, Loncoche and Puerto Saavedra.

For the broader travel overview: Región De La Araucanía.