Castillos de Pincheira
Volcanic tuff rock formations about 27 km west of Malargüe that look like medieval castles. Legend says they were the hideout of the Pincheira brothers, outlaws of the 19th century.
The Castillos de Pincheira are formed from volcanic tuff shaped by wind and rain. Tower-like rock pillars line the Malargüe River valley, and in the 1820s the outlaw Pincheira brothers used them as a stronghold. The site has a campground, food service, and horseback riding and hiking options. Visitors can picnic and wade in the river, and the light is most beautiful in the evening. It's about a 30-minute drive from town on mostly paved roads. Some facilities close in winter.
Opening hours
Open by day in summer; limited services in winter
Nearby sights
- Malargüe Planetarium
- Pierre Auger Observatory Visitor Center
- Caverna de las Brujas
- Manqui Malal Waterfall
- Laguna de la Niña Encantada
- Pozo de las Ánimas
- Malacara Volcano
- Las Leñas