Cerro Philippi
Parque Cerro Bernardo Philippi
A small hill park behind the city center. A cross-topped viewpoint overlooks the town, the lake and the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes.
Named after German colonial pioneer Bernardo Philippi, the park is about 15 to 20 minutes' uphill walk from the city center. At the summit, a large cross and wooden platform let you see the rooftops of Puerto Varas, Llanquihue Lake and both volcanoes at once. The park has forest trails. Admission is free. The uphill section is steep and slippery after rain, and you can also drive or take a taxi to near the summit. It is a good place to watch the sunset on the evening you arrive.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Casa Kuschel & Heritage Houses
- Puerto Varas Lakeside Promenade
- Sacred Heart Church of Puerto Varas
- Caleta Angelmó
- Teatro del Lago
- German Colonial Museum of Frutillar
- Frutillar
- Lake Llanquihue