Llanquihue, City and commune on Lake Llanquihue in Los Lagos Region, Chile
Llanquihue is a city and commune sitting on the western shore of Lake Llanquihue in Los Lagos Region. It stands about 55 meters above sea level and marks the point where the Maullín River begins its journey.
German settlers founded the settlement in 1852 under the name Desagüe. It gained official commune status in 1968 through National Congress legislation.
German heritage shapes the town through local celebrations and traditions that visitors can experience firsthand. The lakeside beer festival, held annually since 1984, demonstrates this cultural connection in living form.
The town connects to Puerto Varas and Frutillar via Chile Highway 5, with regular bus services linking these lakeside towns. Bus travel is the most common way to reach this location from nearby settlements.
The settlement houses major industrial operations including Cecinas Llanquihue, Nestlé Chile, and Proagar that form the economic backbone of the area. These factory locations shape the town's character and economy in ways many visitors overlook.
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