Coronel, Port city in Biobío Region, Chile
Coronel is a city in Concepción Province stretching along the Arauco Gulf on Chile's Pacific coast. The urban area sits on sandy ground bounded by mountains and thick pine forests.
The city gained prominence after a 1914 naval engagement when German cruisers defeated British forces near the port. This battle became a turning point in regional military history during World War I.
The Mapuche people shaped this territory long before Spanish colonization, and their connection to the land remains visible in the names and traditions found throughout the area today.
The port provides infrastructure for shipping and cargo handling, while the city is laid out with modern streets, shopping districts, and residential neighborhoods. Visitors can navigate easily through clear streets and find various services for their needs.
The city became a center for coal mining and developed into one of Chile's major coal shipping hubs. This mining sector shaped economic life for decades and left its mark on the infrastructure and working-class neighborhoods.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
El Chiflón del Diablo
6.6 km
Parque Isidora Cousiño
8.6 km
Chivilingo Hydroelectric Plant
13.3 km
Teatro Biobío
22 km
Puente Llacolén
21.4 km
Juan Pablo II Bridge
22.2 km
Bismarck tower in Concepción, Chile
22.5 km
Nonguén National Park
20.2 km
Puente ferroviario Biobío
21.7 km
Memorial 27F, Concepción
22 km
Puente Chacabuco
21.1 km
Iglesia de San Matías Apóstol, Lota
7.8 km
Anfiteatro de San Pedro de la Paz
19.6 km
Estadio Federico Schwager
1.6 km
Pabellón 83
8.5 km
Fort Colcura
10 km
Teatro de los Mineros de Lota
8.7 km
Galería de la Historia de Concepción
22.4 km
Gota de Leche
7.9 km
Torre Centenario, Lota
8.7 km
Punta Lutrín lighthouse
8.8 km
Iglesia de Jesús Obrero, Schwager
2.1 km
Cabrias del pique Arenas Blancas
2.2 km
Centro Cultural Comunitario Monumento Histórico Pabellón 83
8.4 km
Museo Mina Chiflón del Diablo
6.6 km
Sector Puchoco-Schwager
2.2 km
Memorial por los Derechos Humanos de Coronel
1.7 km
Parque Hito a Galvarino
7 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes