Carretera Austral, Mountain highway in Los Lagos and Aysén Regions, Chile
The Carretera Austral extends 1,240 kilometers through Chilean Patagonia, connecting Puerto Montt to Villa O'Higgins with both paved and gravel sections.
The construction of Route 7 began in 1976 under military supervision to connect previously isolated communities and was completed in 2000 with the final segment.
The road system integrates local communities through a network of small towns, allowing residents to preserve their traditional ways while accessing modern services.
Three ferry crossings operate along the route, with the first providing 24-hour service south of Puerto Montt and requiring advance booking for longer segments.
The highway passes through multiple climate zones and ecosystems, from temperate rainforests near Puerto Montt to glacial landscapes near Villa O'Higgins.
Location: Los Lagos Region
Location: Aysén Region
GPS coordinates: -48.00000,-73.13000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:34
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