Cerro Arco
A viewpoint hill northwest of Mendoza that takes about 2 hours to hike to the top. It offers views over the whole city and its vineyards, and is also a paragliding take-off site.
Cerro Arco rises to about 1,700 metres and lies in the foothills about 10 km northwest of Mendoza city. A dirt road and hiking trail lead to the summit, where there is an antenna area. The one-way hike takes about 1.5–2 hours through dry scrubland. From the top you can look over Mendoza, the irrigated oases and the distant main range of the Andes, and the view is especially beautiful at sunset. Off-road vehicles can drive almost to the summit. This is Mendoza's most popular paragliding take-off site, offering commercial tandem flights. There is no shade or water on the mountain, so bring plenty of drinking water and a sun hat, and avoid midday in summer.
Opening hours
All day (daytime recommended)
Nearby sights
- General San Martín Park & Cerro de la Gloria
- Avenida Arístides Villanueva
- Plaza Independencia, Mendoza
- Mendoza Central Market
- Plaza España, Mendoza
- Foundational Area Museum & San Francisco Ruins
- Luján de Cuyo Wine Region
- Chacras de Coria