Pitrufquén

Pitrufquén is a municipality in Cautín Province, located inland south of Temuco in the Araucanía region. The settlement consists of an urban core with surrounding rural lands that make up the administrative territory.

The settlement started as Lisperguer, named after a French engineer, before becoming known by its current name. European immigrants arrived in the late 1800s and played a key role in establishing it as a municipal center.

The Faja Maisan neighborhood shows traces of European settlers who arrived in the early 1900s, and their heritage remains visible in how the place is built and organized today. Walking through this area, you notice the influence of these communities in the local character and way of life.

The town sits along a main highway and can be reached by regional transportation services. Visitors will find several places to stay, ranging from small hotels to family-run guesthouses.

The name Pitrufquén comes from the Mapuche language and reflects the long presence of indigenous peoples in this region before European settlement. This linguistic heritage remains an important part of the local identity today.

Location: Cautín Province

Location: Araucanía Region

Elevation above the sea: 99 m

Website: http://mpitrufquen.cl

GPS coordinates: -38.98333,-72.65000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23