Salto del Soldado
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Salto del Soldado

◉ Los Andes · Natural attraction · Valle de Aconcagua

A rock formation and historic pass on the way to the mountains. A classic valley stop, legend included.

How to make the most of it

Listing from the official Aconcagua Valley destination catalogue, with the key information to plan your visit. Practical details are verified and updated from official sources.

How to get there

  1. From Los Andes: about 28 km east (~30 min) via Route 60-CH (the international road), in the Río Blanco/Riecillos area.
  2. Park at the roadside, where trucks head to Argentina; in winter there may be snow or partial closures.
  3. By public transport: local buses (Buses Ahumada) heading up to Río Blanco/Saladillo from Los Andes pass nearby; ask to be dropped in the area.

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