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Route of the Seven Lakes: The Ultimate One-Day Patagonia Road Trip

08 feb 2024 07 feb 2024 | dan.

In the far north of Argentine Patagonia, the famous Ruta de los Siete Lagos – or Route of the Seven Lakes – traces a winding path through an epic landscape of sweeping, multi-hued forests, towering peaks and serene lakes.

This landscape is a seventh heaven for the outdoor adventurer, but if – like us – time is short and you’d still like to feel the wind in your hair, then this one-day Patagonia road trip out of Bariloche along Argentina’s classic Ruta 40 will give you a tantalising taste of this wild and pristine place.

Route of the Seven Lakes – Snapshot Start: Bariloche, Argentina Finish: Bariloche, Argentina Distance: 380km (235 miles) How long do I need ? This is a one day road trip itinerary. However, there are a number of options for longer trips that incorporate the Ruta de los 7 Lagos over multiple days which we discuss in this post. Overnight stops: There are no overnight stops on this road trip. However, you can extend the journey for a day or two if you have more time, with overnight stops in Villa La Angostura and San Martín de los Andes.  

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Planning a Route of the Seven Lakes Road Trip What’s the Ruta de los 7 Lagos? How to get to Bariloche Best time to visit the Argentina Lake District Is one day enough to drive the Route of the Seven Lakes? Driving the Route of the Seven Lakes What to Take? Route of the Seven Lakes Itinerary Stage 1: Bariloche To Villa La Angostura Stage 2: Villa La Angostura to San Martín de los Andes Stage 3 (Return): San Martín de los Andes to Villa La Angostura Stage 4 (Return): Villa La Angostura to Bariloche

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Planning a Route of the Seven Lakes Road Trip

What’s the ruta de los 7 lagos.

Running the length of Argentina in South America is the famous Ruta 40 (Route 40), one of the longest roads in the world. Ruta 40 starts in the very south of Argentina and cuts a path for more than 5,000-kilometres, passing right through Argentine Patagonia before continuing on north to the border with Bolivia.

While that incredible road trip remains on our bucket list for another time, our focus for this day trip is a 108-kilometre section of Ruta 40 in the west of the country called the Route of the Seven Lakes , one of the absolute best things to do in Bariloche.

Touted as one of the most scenic drives in Argentina , the Route of the Seven Lakes is a winding lake-and-mountain road between the pretty lakeside towns of Villa La Angostura and San Martín de los Andes in Argentina’s Lakes District. For this ultimate one-day Patagonia road trip, we’re also adding a stretch of Ruta 40 to include our start and finish point of Bariloche, the region’s largest town and an excellent base for exploring this corner of Argentine Patagonia.

There are a couple of road trip circuit options around the Argentine Lake District that incorporate the Ruta 7 Lagos, and which can be done over several days. With limited time however, our one-day itinerary is a there-and-back route that sticks to the paved highway . We talk about a two-day loop option further on.

The seven lakes of the 7 Lakes Route include lakes Nahuel Huapi, Espejo, Correntoso, Escondido, Villarino, Falkner and Machónico, and we stop at each of them in this one-day itinerary. There are actually many more lakes to be spotted along the way, but who’s counting when the scenery is this spectacular?

How to get to Bariloche

Bariloche is in Argentina’s west, in the foothills of the Andes. It can be reached by plane, car and bus from Buenos Aires and other parts of Argentina or Chile (we bussed in from the far south and bussed out across the border into Chile) and, less easily, by train and boat. Find out more about transport options here .

Best Time to Visit the Argentina Lake District

The Argentina Lake District is a land of four seasons, so no matter when you go, there will be a distinct seasonal tone and colour palette, and all the associated nature-based experiences.

In Summer, the weather is warm and dry, perfect for outdoor pursuits. Autumn is when the leaves turn and the forest colours are at their most eye-popping. Winter brings snow and a beautiful frosty ambience, while Spring sees wildflower blooms in the mountains.

Those in the know say the best time to drive the Road of the Seven Lakes is in Summer and Spring, when the weather is nicer and more predictable.

We were also told that peak periods, holidays and weekends – especially when the weather is good – can mean the difference between a great run from Bariloche to San Martin de los Andes, or an unpleasant traffic jam all the way.

Argentina is in the southern hemisphere, so summer is December to January, and winter is mid-year. January, March and November are said to be the busiest months in the region, and prices and traffic will reflect this.

We road tripped on the cusp of the Easter long weekend in April. It was pleasantly cool, the weather was overcast with occasional sun, the colours of the trees were spectacular, and we lucked out with the road practically to ourselves.

Is One Day Enough for the Route of the Seven Lakes?

The national parks and lakes of this region offer enough outdoor distraction to keep you busy for a week, at any time of the year. Both Villa La Angostura and San Martín de los Andes are charming alpine villages where you could base yourself and easily while away a couple of days exploring the surrounds.

So is one day enough to road trip the Ruta de los 7 Lagos out of Bariloche? As day trips go, this one’s an epic: the total there-and-back journey is around 380 kilometres. But we’ve done it and we can attest to the fact that the scenery is so mesmerising, you’ll be stopping every 500 metres anyway. Our tip? Gather your mates and pool your driving resources  so you can share the load.

With two days, you could slow the pace, break up the journey with a night in San Martín de los Andes (or camp somewhere along the route), and then return to Bariloche via the unpaved Ruta 65 on Day Two.

If a single day is all you have though, then this one-day itinerary will ensure you see all the highlights of the route – including all seven lakes – and still have time for a pint at the pub in San Martín before making the return journey.

Driving the Route of the Seven Lakes

Hiring a car is straightforward in Bariloche and can usually be organised with assistance from your hotel, or in advance through Rental Cars or Discover Cars . Check rates on both to find the best deal you can. Remember, Argentinians drive on the right side of the road.

There’s conflicting information about whether you need an International Driver’s Licence to hire a car in Argentina, with most car hire outlets saying you do. We both carried one, but on the day, we were only asked for our Australian licences and passports. Research the requirements for your nationality before going, but if in doubt, get an International Drivers Licence just in case.

There are petrol stations along the 7 Lakes Drive in Villa La Angostura and San Martín de los Andes, and also on Ruta 65, but to be on the safe side, leave Bariloche with a full tank.

There have been reports on TripAdvisor of car break-ins in some of the more secluded spots and trail heads on the roads around this region. Don’t leave any valuables in your car, and keep everything out of sight.

What to take

Even when the weather is good, it pays to be ready for anything, especially if you’re planning on getting off the busier Ruta 40. Take water, snacks, rain gear, warm clothes, good walking shoes, as well as swimming gear and towels in the warmer months, if you think you might like a dip in the waters of the lakes.

Route of the Seven Lakes Itinerary

Stage 1: bariloche to villa la angostura.

This stretch is 82-kilometres. Google Maps says it takes an hour and a quarter with a good run; we say give it up to 2 hours to factor in stops along the way.

Set out early from Bariloche, heading east along Ruta 40. The time of year you’re travelling will dictate the hours of daylight you have to play with. In April, we had around 11 hours of light, with sunrise a little after 8am. That gave us time to grab some breakfast and then head out to catch the sunrise before setting off in the car.

Soon enough you’ll leave town behind, driving alongside Lake Nahuel Huapi  (our first ‘official’ lake) with views back across to Bariloche and its jaw-dropping backdrop of peaks and forest.

Over the next hour-and-a-half or so, you’ll find plenty of photo-worthy moments to stop for. The scenery here, all of it within Nahuel Huapi National Park, is breathtaking.

Our first major stop is Villa La Angostura , a small resort town channelling Europe’s alpine villages with wooden buildings, a woodland backdrop and winter ski fields nearby. Enjoy a wander and eyeball the goodies in the chocolate shops that line the main strip, a part of town known as El Cruce.

We stop for about an hour here, with a welcome coffee break. We also pick up some empanadas to-go, to keep us snack-happy on the next leg.

Two-Day Option: Dwell in Villa La Angostura a little longer and head down to the lakeside area called La Villa. In summertime, boats leave from here for lake cruises. There are also short walks in nearby Los Arrayanes National Park. 

Stage 2: Villa La Angostura to San Martín de los Andes

This leg is 108 kilometres. Google Maps does it in 1 hour and 40 minutes, but we’ve got lots of stops so don’t rush, give it more like 3 hours. 

Strap yourself in: Villa la Angostura is the gateway to the Route of the Seven Lakes itself and while the views have been knock-out up till now, they’re about to get even better.

Back on Ruta 40, head north-west out of Villa La Angostura. You’ll soon pass over the Correntoso River , which links Lake Nahuel Huapi with Lake Correntoso.

We’ll meet Lake Correntoso properly in a little while so keep going until you see the sign for the Mirador Inalco on the left. Swing past and do a u-turn when it’s ok to do so, or stop by here on your way back; the views out over Lake Nahuel Huapi give rise to one the region’s more infamous legends.

The Dark Secrets of The Lakes District Did Hitler escape to Patagonia and live out his days in a bolthole on the banks of Lake Nahuel Huapi? Some conspiracy theorists think so. The Argentine Lake District, with its alpine landscapes and European-flavoured villages reminiscent of Bavaria, is believed to have attracted many fleeing Nazis in the years after World War II, with Bariloche becoming a haven for fugitives like Erich Priebke. He lived a comfortable life in the town for nearly fifty years before being found and extradited to Italy to face charges for war crimes as a captain in the Nazi SS.   That story is real, but there’s another dark legend that’s been doing the rounds here for decades. Just north of Villa La Angostura, on the shores of Nahuel Huapi, a wooden chalet is said to have been the refuge of Hitler and Eva Braun, smuggled there from Germany to live out the rest of their days together in secret. Inalco House isn’t on any tour itinerary, but as you take in the view from the Mirador Inalco, the rumour makes for somber contemplation.

Heading north once more, you’ll reach the turn-off to Osorno in Chile. Fight the urge to turn left for a quick hop across the border, and instead head to the right and continue on Ruta 40.

You’ll soon catch sight of Lake Espejo , the second of our seven lakes. Espejo means ‘mirror’, for good reason if you’re there on a still day. There are several viewpoints along the way; we recommend stopping when you see the turn-off for ‘Beach and Camping Agreste Lago Espejo’, the scenery from the beach is stunning, even on a cloudy day.

Two-Day Option: On the opposite side of the road to the beach, there’s a trail to Lake Correntoso. If you feel like getting out into the surrounding nature, set aside an hour or so to walk the path to the lake and back.

Back on Ruta 40, continue heading north. You’ll soon curve around to the right and travel for a while with Lake Correntoso on your right hand side. There’s a good viewpoint along here for taking in the scenery of our third lake, the waters of which are fed by the snowmelt of the mountains lining the shore.

Two-Day Option: Not long after curving back north on Ruta 40, you’ll pass the Ruta 65 turn-off on the right; this is the loop road back to Bariloche that you might consider taking on the return trip tomorrow. We’ll touch on this option further on.

The next long stretch of road is a beautiful, serene run through the forested mountainscape of Nahuel Huapi National Park. Take a break when you spy the viewpoint for Lake Escondido , our fourth lake of the seven, and the smallest.

Just over the hill is Lake Villarino , lake number five, a popular spot for trout fishing. Snap a few pics here and then head on up the road, past Lake Falkner (lake six), but don’t stop, we’re going to save that one for our return journey.

Continue on until you reach the sign for the Cascada Vulliñanco . There are several waterfalls along the Seven Lakes Route, but this one is visible from a viewpoint on the highway. When we visit in Autumn, the waterfall cuts through rocks surrounded by a multihued scene of reds, oranges, greens, yellows and browns. It’s a peaceful picture worth lingering over.

You’ll definitely be ready for a break by this stage, so push on past our final body of water, Lake Machónico (don’t worry, we’ll visit this one later today too), to San Martín de los Andes, the pretty, northernmost town on the Seven Lakes Route.

Want Patagonian glaciers?  Read about our  trip to the spectacular Perito Moreno glacier , a day and night’s bus journey south of Bariloche.

Surrounded by mountains, forest and yes, another lake – this one called Lake Lácar – San Martín de los Andes is a hub for outdoor adventure, with Lanín National Park offering warmer weather hiking, as well as kayaking and boating options on the lake, and the ski fields of nearby Cerro Chapelco drawing snow sports enthusiasts in the wintertime.

Stretch your legs exploring the heart of this lovely town, with its mountain backdrop, before finding a spot to either grab something to eat or, as we did, an afternoon beverage at a local pub like the Dublin South (no matter where you are in the world, there’s an Irish pub). Give yourself about an hour in San Martín; we’ve got a big return journey ahead of us.

Two-Day Option: If you’ve decided to take two days to road trip from Bariloche to San Martín de los Andes and back, this is the perfect spot to wrap up your first day of driving; there are plenty of eating and sleeping options here.

Where to Stay in San Martín de los Andes

As a popular tourist destination and the gateway to Lanín National Park and a host of outdoor activities, San Martín de los Andes boasts a great range of accommodation. The following options get consistently good reviews:

• Good value: Tunqueley Hotel – friendly staff | great breakfast | free private parking | central
• Mid-range: Patagonia Plaza Hotel – central | comfy modern rooms | indoor pool | private and street parking
• Indulge: Amonite Apart & Spa – central and near Lake Lácar | pool and jacuzzi | comfy rooms | street parking

Stage 3 (Return): San Martín de los Andes to Villa La Angostura

Time to head back to Bariloche. We’ve got less stops between here and Villa La Angostura this time, so aim for around 2 hours. 

Our preference is usually for road trip circuits rather than ‘there-and-back’ journeys. What we loved about this road trip was that, despite backtracking, the constantly changing scenery, along with the fact we were seeing the mountainous landscape from the other direction, and stopping at places we hadn’t stopped on the way up, meant we never felt like we were covering old ground. We were still craning our necks, pulling over for pics, and wow-ing all the way back to Bariloche.

We kick off our return journey with a stop around 20-kilometres south of town at an understated site with a unique claim to fame.

At first glance, the Arroyo Partido is just a trickling creek that splits into two and cuts through the woods. Unlike normal creeks though, these two never meet again, but instead go on to deposit their waters into two different oceans – one via Lake Lácar to the Pacific, and the other via Lake Meliquina to the Atlantic. From small things, big things grow!

Once you’ve contemplated the unusual nature of the Arroyo Partido, get back on the road until you reach the viewpoint over Lake Machónico . This is our seventh lake, and it gets its name from an Indigenous Mapuche word that refers to the fresh-water crabs inhabiting these waters.

In the car, set the odometer to zero and keep an eye out; around 2.5-3 kilometres south of the Lake Machónico viewpoint, we’ll be taking a detour off Ruta 40 for a quick visit to Lake Hermoso . You’re looking for an unsigned dirt track on the right, so blink and you may miss it, but don’t worry if you do, there’s another turn off around 1.5km further down the road.

Once on the dirt track, you’ll travel for around five minutes until you reach the appropriately named Lago Hermoso, which translates as Lake Beautiful. This isn’t on the official Seven Lakes list, but it’s a worthy side trip. Pull up a pew on the wooden pier and take in the Patagonian beauty of the picture-perfect lake and surrounding Lanín National Park.

Back on Ruta 40, cruise on south until you come to Lake Falkner on the left. Lake six of the seven offers a sandy beach with a reeds-and-mountains backdrop. The distinctly English name of the lake is a dedication to an eighteenth century Jesuit missionary who never actually visited this area, but is famous for his studies of the people and environments of Patagonia.

From here, it’s a good one hour drive back to Villa La Angostura, so settle in and enjoy the late afternoon light on the trees and mountains.

Two-Day Option: If you’re taking two days to do this trip, this next leg is where you’ll branch off from Ruta 40 on Day Two and complete the loop route back to Bariloche along Ruta 65.  You’ll find the left-hand turn-off around 25-kilometres south of the Lago Villarino viewpoint. Ruta 65 is a 60-kilometre stretch of unpaved road, so the going is much slower (this is the reason we don’t take it on the one-day trip), but by all accounts the scenery is stunning, plus there’s much less traffic than on the Route of the Seven Lakes. When you reach the junction with Route 237, turn right and the road will eventually link up with Ruta 40 back to Bariloche.

Stage 4 (Return): Villa La Angostura to Bariloche

The final leg is 82-kilometres. We’re on the home run now; factor in around 1 to 1.5 hours.

If you feel like another reviver stop in Villa La Angostura, take the opportunity; it’s another hour or so back to Bariloche. Depending on the time of year, you may be making this last leg in the dark so take care on the final stretch.

Otherwise, enjoy the last light of the day on the winding route back to town, and revel in the highs of a Patagonia road trip to remember!

Happy road tripping the Route of the Seven Lakes! If you’ve got any questions or comments, drop us a message below. You can also find more of our posts from South America and Patagonia here .

If you’re looking for more great road tripping itineraries and adventures,  check out our Road Trips page , and our  bucket list of 100 ultimate road trips around the world

15 thoughts on “Route of the Seven Lakes: The Ultimate One-Day Patagonia Road Trip”

Thanks for this! So helpful. Can’t wait for tomorrow now!

Hey Seb and Georgia, thanks for your message! We’d love to know how the trip went?

Happy travels! Dan & John

Hello, great blog, thank you. A quick question re type of car. Is an SUV required, or are the roads good? I note you said, there is a route back along Ruta 65 which is unpaved. Thank you, Matthew

Hi Matthew, thanks for your message! We did this trip in a small rental sedan with no issues. The Ruta 40 between Bariloche and San Martin de Los Andes is paved and in fair condition. While we can’t personally speak to the conditions on the unpaved Ruta 65 detour, we’ve heard plenty of reports of people driving it in a regular car; it just takes a lot longer than expected as the driving is slower going and more cautious. Sounds like the scenery is worth it though! Just be sure to check your rental car t&c’s. Have an awesome time and happy travels! ~ Dan & John

Headed to Bariloche in December. Was unsure about completing this drive in one day, but your post was so helpful! Thank you!

Glad you found this helpful.

Hope you have a fantastic trip.

All the best John and Danielle

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Thank you so much for posting this! My wife and I are going in April and we are super excited about taking a two day trip in the area!

Thanks Michael, we’re so glad to hear our post was helpful. Hope you have a fantastic trip, it really is a beautiful area with so much to see, do and enjoy.

Please let us know how you go. John & Dan

best places to stay along the drive of lakes district for March this year

Hi Judy, we were based in Bariloche and did the Seven Lakes drive over one day, so we can’t personally attest to accommodation along the drive. Having said that, there are various stays sprinkled along the way, with the majority of accommodation clustered in and around the towns of Villa La Angostura and San Martin de los Andes. Definitely worth doing a top 10 search in those areas and also seeing what people are saying on TripAdvisor. If you’re planning on visiting around the Easter holidays, we would highly recommend booking your accomm well ahead. All the best for your planning and wishing you a wonderful time on your trip!

Thank you very much for the valuable information, we are flying to Bariloche in March. with your information for sure we make sure to make all stops you mentioned. Thank.

Hi Marlene, thanks so much for message. We’re excited for you, Bariloche and surrounds is such a beautiful part of the world. We wish you a fantastic trip and hope you enjoy the Route of the Seven Lakes drive!

Oh wow! Thank you very much, for the detailed info… we are planning to be there by the first week of February and your article just got me more exited👏🏼 It will be very useful and hope to complete the route in 1 day👍🏼

Hi Sonia, really glad to hear you found the post useful. Hope you enjoy the drive as much as we did.

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15 Best Things to Do in San Martín de los Andes (Argentina)

Not nearly as popular or crowded as the nearby tourist town of Bariloche, quiet San Martín de los Andes is a beautiful village where you can relax and take in the spectacular scenery of Lake Lacár. Set right on the edge of the Parque Nacional Lanín, outdoor sports and adventure abound. Visitors have their pick of watersports, hiking, boating, biking, skiing, kayaking, bird-watching, horseback riding, and fishing.

With tons of lakes, trails, and even hot springs and a snow-capped volcano within your reach, you’ll be overwhelmed with ways to enjoy this pristine wilderness. Take in the charming small-town vibe, wander its cafes and artisan shops, and then get to planning your outdoor activities in this peaceful Andean oasis.

Let’s explore the best things to do in San Martín de los Andes :

1. Take a Boat Ride Out On Lago Lacár

This clear blue lake is the focal point of San Martín de los Andes, so after you’ve had your fill of strolling its shoreline, book a cruise from the docks in town to Hua Hum, located across the lake.

You can go by sailboat, guided boat tour, or basic ferry, depending on your style and the stops you want to make along the way.

You could even paddle around in a kayak if you prefer to DIY it.

Some cruises will drop you at the docks at Chachín so you can hike to the waterfall there, while others will stop on beaches you couldn’t visit by car or visit the village of Quila Quina.

The dock at Hua Hum is close to the Chilean border, and you can grab something to eat here and explore the nearby Lake Nonthué before heading back to your boat.

2. Spend the Day at La Islita

Combine a little hiking with a day at the beach by making the trip out to La Islita, a lovely spot that’s popular with young locals.

About three miles (5 kilometers) from the center of town, it’s not a difficult walk provided you’ve packed some mosquito repellant, sunscreen, and a couple of drinks.

You’ll pass through parts of Parque Nacional Lanín, around Lago Lacár, and over Cerro Bandurrias, checking out fern-filled forests and viewpoints of the lake and town below.

Pay a small entrance fee to enter Mapuche territory where you can buy snacks and drinks from locals, and venture to Trompul Beach.

When the weather is nice, the sandy shores here are a great spot for a picnic or camping, and some folks swim the ten meters to the rocky and serene La Islita.

3. Plaza San Martín and the Feria de Artesanos

This little tourist town is a great place to shop for locally made products like Patagonian handicrafts, artwork, and even smoked meats and cheeses.

Browse the outdoor craft market in the central Plaza San Martín which is filled with stands of artisans selling pottery, silver jewelry, mate gourds, knives, leather goods, weavings, and knitted wools.

Be sure to linger as you’ll also find food carts, street performers, and live bands, especially on late summer afternoons.

If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, head to the shops along Avenida San Martín and General Villegas for souvenirs and other regional goodies like chocolate.

4. Drive the Route of the Seven Lakes

One of the area’s biggest and most scenic attractions is the Ruta de los Siete Lagos from San Martín de los Andes to Bariloche (along Rutas 40 and 63). You can drive it yourself or take an all-day bus tour that stops along the way for you to sightsee and take photos.

You’ll see each of the seven lakes – Lácar, Machónico, Escondido, Correntoso, Espejo, Falkner, and Villarino – set amidst the snow-capped Andes before arriving in the touristy town of Bariloche.

There, you’ll be able to stroll the city’s Alpine downtown streets and the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi.

You can easily throw in a trip to the picturesque Villa La Angostura while doing this route as well.

5. Go White Water Rafting

Book a rafting trip for some excitement along the Río Chimehuín.

Drive out through the Patagonian steppe, past Lake Huechulafquen and the Volcano Lanín to reach the river and its class II and III rapids.

Tour companies will provide you with guides, transportation, and all the gear and instruction you need to set off downstream.

During the summer, look out for wildlife along the way like kingfishers, wild boar, and deer.

Relax on a beach afterwards with drinks and sweets provided by the company.

If you like, you can also arrange to raft down the Río Aluminé or Río Hua Hum and cross into Chile on multi-day excursions that can be combined with kayaking, hiking, and mountain biking.

6. Parque Nacional Lanín

Created to preserve and protect this part of the Andean-Patagonian forests, this national park is filled with more than 20 lakes, including Lake Lacár near town and Lake Huechulafquen farther north.

You’ll find mountains, rivers, and the extinct Lanín Volcano – the conical, snowcapped peak bordering Chile.

While some folks take the two-day journey up the volcano, there are relatively easy treks in the park too.

Try the trails to the Malleo River and Tromen Lake or the walk to El Saltillo Falls.

In the summer, you might just want to relax on the shores of Lake Lacár at Quila Quina or Catritre Beach, and there are several free campsites available if you’d like to spend the night.

Other activities within the park include mountain biking, kayaking, birdwatching, horseback riding, and fishing.

7. Cerro Chapelco Ski Resort

One of the draws of this area in the wintertime is the solid skiing and snowboarding that can be done on the nearby mountains.

You can try your hand at a range of winter sports at Cerro Chapelco, an excellent ski resort just 12 miles (19 kilometers) from town.

The slopes are great for all skill levels, plus they offer dog sledding and snowshoeing.

The resort’s amenities are fantastic, with plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars to chill inside even if you don’t ski.

In the summer you can visit the resort’s grounds to ride the cable car up to the summit or check out the artisan shops selling smoked meats and chocolates.

8. Go Horseback Riding

Explore the countryside near San Martín de los Andes and Parque Nacional Lanín on horseback with gaucho guides by your side.

Take a half day to visit the Mapuche settlement of Quila Quina and ride through Andean landscapes that feature the Volcano Lanín and Lago Lácar.

You’ll see the traditional homes, livestock, and orchards of the local families who live around here.

Cross streams and ride through lenga forests as you visit valleys that aren’t reachable by car and learn about the landscapes and cultures of this region.

You’ll be paired with a horse that’s suitable for your skills (no experience is necessary) so you can comfortably ride through the Patagonian terrain.

9. Cascada Chachín

Drive or take a boat across the lake to the starting point of this hike that’ll take you to a gorgeous and powerful waterfall.

The hour-long trek through the dense rainforest will lead you to a fantastic viewpoint of the falls.

There are places to sit by the rushing waters but there’s no swimming allowed.

Watch for birds and ancient trees along your walk, and spend some time relaxing and taking photos when you arrive.

It’s great for kids and adults, and there’s a small cafe nearby where you can buy hot drinks and snacks.

10. Go Fly Fishing

This area of Argentina is famed for its fly fishing, so hire a local guide to take you out to the best spots for catching trout.

Venture to rivers like the Limay, Malleo, Chimehuin, and Collón Curá in search of brown and rainbow trout, and learn the best techniques for casting, selecting flies, reading the waters, and landing these fish.

From day trips to multi-day trips with transport, gear, lodging, and meals included, these professional guides and tour companies can tailor fishing journeys to your every request.

Pablo Zaleski gets rave reviews for his trip planning services, fishing knowledge, and results.

11. Explore the Town and Hit the Beaches

Though it’s not as big as the nearby Bariloche, San Martín de los Andes and its lakeside beaches are great for a day of wandering and relaxing.

Have a coffee and medialuna at one of the many streetside cafes and then stroll the charming waterfront area of Lake Lacár.

Then grab your towel and walk or bike to the rocky Catrite Beach or Quila Quina a little further away.

There are watersports and a couple of restaurants available at these beaches if you want to do more than just lounge.

Head back into town to catch late afternoon street performers in Plaza San Martín, and then hit the First Settlers Museum or go taste test chocolates of the town’s artisan shops.

In the evening, have dinner outside at one of the many restaurants with a patio so you can soak in the Andean scenery while dining on regional fare, Argentine steaks, or local trout and salmon.

12. Ziplining and Canopy Tours

Go ziplining along the Chapelco mountain range and through the lenga forests surrounding the town.

The whole family can join in on this activity with the guides at Miramás Canopy.

The half-day tour takes you out to Miramás where you’ll be fitted with helmets, harnesses, and gloves and then shown the proper techniques to help you zip through the trees.

Stepping off the first platform is exciting and adrenaline-packed, but you’ll soon get the hang of it.

The views from high up are incredible, and you’ll get to do seven ziplines, with a little hike through the forest included to reach the last two.

After your canopy tour, hit the bar here for pizza, beers, and a spectacular sunset.

13. Climb Volcano Lanín

If you’re up for this adventurous two-day hike, take on one of the most incredible treks in the area and climb an actual extinct stratovolcano in Lanín National Park.

It’s a demanding mountain hike that requires advanced planning, but if you’re fit and have good weather, you can make it to the rewarding summit.

Make sure you have all of the appropriate gear – crampons, boots, poles, proper winter clothing, etc.

– because the guard station will check it before you begin.

You’ll be in awe of the volcanic rocks and landscapes as well as ancient “Monkey Puzzle” trees on your first day of trekking.

Stay at one of the refugios for the night before attempting the summit on day two for breathtaking views.  (If you want to do something easier around here, check out the trails at the base of the volcano.)

14. Visit the Thermal Hot Springs

After you’ve finished hiking, soothe your sore muscles by heading out of town and into the rainforest of Parque Nacional Lanín to the oasis of the Lahuen Co thermal hot springs (also known as the Termas de Epulafquen). Surrounded by lakes and mountains, you can choose from several different thermally heated pools.

These are natural hot springs that were once part of an eco-resort which has now been abandoned, so you can enjoy the tranquility and relaxing qualities of the waters for free.

There are also hot springs located near Lago Queñi where you can hang out at the lake and then hike through forests or take a 4×4 vehicle to soak in the termas and visit a waterfall.

15. Visit the Village and Beach of Quila Quina

A popular hangout spot in the warmer months, this little beach village located in the national park has hiking trails, sandy lakefront shores, campsites, and restaurants.

Arrive by car, bike, or ferry, but either way be sure to check out the settlements of the native Mapuche community on the outskirts of town – you can see their homes and the traditional fences made of sticks.

The town is full of grand houses built in the 1940s as well as markets where handcarved wooden crafts are sold.

Take the walk to the Arroyo Grande waterfall via a well-signposted trail or visit the cave paintings and mineral springs.

Relax on the beach and check out the huge cypresses that line the sheltered cove, or have a coffee at on the terrace of a cafe that overlooks the lake.

15 Best Things to Do in San Martín de los Andes (Argentina):

• Take a Boat Ride Out On Lago Lacár
• Spend the Day at La Islita
• Plaza San Martín and the Feria de Artesanos
• Drive the Route of the Seven Lakes
• Go White Water Rafting
• Parque Nacional Lanín
• Cerro Chapelco Ski Resort
• Go Horseback Riding
• Cascada Chachín
• Go Fly Fishing
• Explore the Town and Hit the Beaches
• Ziplining and Canopy Tours
• Climb Volcano Lanín
• Visit the Thermal Hot Springs
• Visit the Village and Beach of Quila Quina

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Amazing Things to do in San Martin de los Andes, Argentina

Hi all! San Martin is a beautiful town in the Patagonia region of Argentina. Located right on Lake Lacár, as well as at the base of the ski mountain Cerro Chapleco, there is a ton to do year round. In this post you will find the best things to do in San Martin de los Andes!

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Keep reading for all of the information you need when planning a trip to the beautiful town of San Martin – summer edition!

Overview: Things to do in San Martin de los Andes

San Martin is a quaint town located near Lanin National Park in Patagonia, Argentina. Additionally, from San Martin, visitors can travel to the border with Chile in about 1.5 hours.

If you enjoy outdoor activities, San Martin is a great place for you. In the winter travelers can enjoy skiing at at Cerro Chapleco, and in the summer there are numerous beaches, hiking trails, fishing and National Park adventures to check out.

San Martin feels very much like a little European town.There are many Swiss influences, such as the wooden architecture, and you’ll also find a plethora of delicious chocolate shops.

Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, San Martin de los Andes is super safe .

Visit the Artisan Market in Plaza San Martín

Located in the main park, Plaza San Martín, you’ll find an artisan market with tons of crafts, jewelry and wooden items.

This is a fantastic place to visit and to wander around looking at all of the beautiful handmade items. If you’re looking for souvenirs or gifts to bring back home, you’ll definitely find them at the artisan market.

Check out the Chocolate Shops

San Martin is known for its amazing chocolate and chocolate shops.

There is no shortage of chocolate in San Martin, and during your visit I highly recommend visiting a bunch of the chocolate shops.

Two of my favorites are Riche Patagonia and Mamuschka .

Go to the Beach

On the edge of San Martin you’ll find the Playa de San Martín de los Andes (San Martin Beach), located on Lake Lacár.

Most hotels and lodges are walking distance to this beach, and it is a nice place to go to spend the day and have a picnic.

The water is a little chilly in all of the lakes near San Martin, but if it’s warm out you’ll definitely be able to take a swim!

This beach is great as it is located near the town center, and is therefore close to restaurants and restrooms. There are also many food trucks and carts that are set up near the beach, so you definitely won’t go hungry!

San Martin beach is a great spot to visit for a quick beach outing, or if you don’t want to drive to other beaches in the area that are a little further away. Keep in mind that during the summer this beach, like most others, will likely be pretty crowded.

Visit Quila Quina Beach

If you’re willing to drive, about 40 minutes from San Martin, I highly recommend visiting Quila Quina Beach, also located on Lake Lacár. The drive is partly on a dirt road, but it’s very scenic.

If you prefer not to drive, there is also a ferry that leaves from San Martin and brings you directly to Quila Quina Beach. Taking a ferry offers less flexibility for your plans, but is still a great option.

At Quila Quina Beach you will find both a restaurant with wifi as well as a small shop with snacks and drinks. There is also a small artisan market where you can buy local crafts. Additionally, you can rent chairs and umbrellas to keep you out of the sun, and there are also kayaks, canoes and paddle boards for rent by the hour!

Overall, there are more than enough activities to fill up an entire day at Quila Quina Beach, and I highly recommend making the trip.

Note: There is a small fee to enter Quila Quina Beach, as it is on Mapuche property. The fee goes directly to the Mapuche community!

Visit Lago Hermoso Beach + Go Fishing

Lago Hermoso is about 30 minutes away from San Martin by car, again on dirt roads. This is a great beach to visit if you’re looking for a more relaxed, rural option.

Once you arrive at the beach there aren’t any bathrooms or restaurants, so be sure to bring all of the food, snacks, water and sunscreen that you’ll need.

This beach, like most of the others in the area, is pretty rocky , so be sure to bring flip flops. Finally, this lake is great for fishing, so if you like to fish definitely check it out!

Go Horseback Riding

San Martin de los Andes is a beautiful spot to go horseback riding. The landscapes and scenery are breathtaking and horseback riding through the mountains is so much fun.

There are many options for horseback riding tours in the area:

• Corbett Rides
• Tangol Tours Horseback Riding
• Cabalgatas Karvwe – contact via Facebook for reservations

Go White Water Rafting

I love white water rafting , and while I wasn’t able to go during my time in San Martin, it’s definitely on the list for my next trip.

For this adventure you’ll head out on a raft down the Chimehuín River, looking out for wildlife along the way.

Take a Day Trip to Lanin National Park

San Martin is located close by to Lanin National Park, and it is definitely worth a visit.

If you’re into camping and fishing, I recommend sending a few nights in the park , but if you’d prefer to visit just for the day, that’s also an option!

While exploring the park on your own is definitely possible, you can also take a guided tour where you’ll learn about the history of the area. Personally, I enjoy guided tours that allow me to visit multiple sights in one day, while also learning more about each location.

Check out the Lupins

In the summer, San Martin is filled with beautiful lupins, and as you drive through the mountains you’ll see thousands of them growing on the sides of the road!

Once you’ve spent a few days in San Martin, I recommend driving to the town of Bariloche (3 hours) along the Road of the Seven Lakes . This scenic drive is beautiful, and you’ll see tons of beautiful lupins, lakes and forests along the way!

Tips for Visiting San Martin de los Andes

• The town itself is very walkable, but you’ll need a car to visit the beaches, to drive to Lanin National Park, and to get to/from the airport
• Exchange money at non-official change sites – more information here
• Visit the nearby beaches for day trips
• Drive the Seven Lakes Road and spend a few days in Bariloche

Restaurant Recommendations in San Martin

You will find no shortage of delicious restaurants in San Martin. Throughout the town you’ll find a wide selection of different cuisines to choose from all throughout the day.

• Almacén de Flores – an adorable cafe for breakfast or lunch
• Pan con Choc o late – a great place to grab pastries + coffee
• La Casona – a cozy restaurant for a great dinner
• Doña Quela – this restaurant has an old-world feeling and lovely antique decorations – they also have live piano music on select evenings
• El Caldero – a quick and delicious empanada spot with lots of veggie options, they also deliver!
• Mamuschka – one of the best chocolate shops ever, they have locations across Argentina
• Riche Patagonia – another great chocolate shop with great treats and coffee

Hotel Recommendations

When visiting San Martin de los Andes you’ll find lovely hotels to stay in. Many of the hotels feature Swiss wooden architecture and you’ll also find numerous lodges and cabins.

• Hotel Antiguos
• Latitud Cuarenta
• Patagonia Plaza Hotel  
• Cabañas Woodland  (great for families)

In Conclusion

So there you have it! I hope you found guide for fun things to do in San Martin de los Andes to be helpful.

Summer is a fantastic time to visit San Martin. The beaches, fishing, hiking and places to explore really make San Martin de los Andes the ideal vacation destination.

If you have any questions, or any recommendations to add, let me know in the comments!

Lastly, I appreciate you sharing this post with someone you know who needs a trip to San Martin!

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Never traveled there- looks quaint

San Martin looks like such a cool place to visit. The pumpkin ravioli from La Casona sounds right up my alley. The beaches on the lake also look enjoyable!

Wow, what a quaint town. I really love that beach (those views are incredible!) And you can sign me up for that pumpkin ravioli!

Lots of activities to pack into those 4 days, Quila Quina Beach looks like a wonderful place to relax and swim so you can go back and eat more of that chocolate! Yum!

It looks like a beautiful destination-the beach has stunning views. The pumpkin ravioli looks delicious-wouldn’t mind trying that!

Patagonia is somewhere I really want to go to and these pictures reaffirm that, they are beautiful! Plus, yes to pumpkin ravioli all day every day (I’m a pasta addict)!

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This all looks so amazing, I love the horse back riding!

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Seven Lakes Route: Patagonia’s Ultimate Scenic Road Trip

The Seven Lakes Route ( La Ruta de los Siete Lagos ) spans 108km of Argentina’s famous Ruta 40, providing the opportunity to view the immense landscape and spectacular beauty of the area.

Patagonia is a huge, diverse wilderness encompassing 300,000 square miles of southern Argentina and the Seven Lakes Road to one of the country’s most scenic road trips.

It is best enjoyed by private car , giving travelers the freedom to explore the beautiful post-glacial valleys, pristine waters and rugged trekking of national parks, Lanín and Nahuel Huapi, both which are covered on the journey.

The route mapped in this article runs north to south, connecting popular tourist towns of the region, San Martín de los Andes with Villa La Angostura via Route National 40, 234 and 231.

The most direct route is 108km, which does not include the diversion to Villa Traful.

Also known as the ‘ Circuito Grande ‘ or ‘Big Circuit,’ the Seven Lakes Route can also be done south to north, starting in Bariloche .

There are more than seven lakes in the region but the principal Patagonian lakes which run roadside to RN234 for which this trip is names for are:

Lago Machónico

Lago falkner, lago villarino.

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San Martín de los Andes

Nestled between the clear lake shore of Lago Lácar and a mountainous backdrop, San Martín de los Andes is a small but bustling alpine town, well equipped for those seeking adventure in the wild surrounds or simply looking for lakeside rest and relaxation.

It is possible to arrange car hire in San Martín de los Andes and two large service stations are also located here for refueling and vehicle maintenance.

San Martín accommodation options are plentiful, from the popular and well-located camp ground on Route National 234 – which runs through town — to four-star hotels.

A short drive from the town center, Rucaleufu Cabins is an excellent mid-range option.

These rustic cabins are found amidst a beautiful forest setting.

A creek runs right through the grounds and the super helpful staff even prepare a delicious asado (barbecue) onsite for visitors each Friday night.

For those starting the drive early, the cozy Pasteleria Pan y Chocolate is well worth a visit.

While most of the town is still sleeping, Pan y Chocolate serves up coffee and all the sustenance required before hitting the road, including piping hot egg and pancetta ( bacon) English muffins, fresh medialunas and scones with cream.

Beginning the Seven Lakes Journey

The drive begins alongside Lago Lácar in San Martín de los Andes, following RN234 and winds up the mountainside.

Stop at Pil Pil mirador, 5km along, to snap some photos taking in the panoramic view of Lago Lácar and San Martín de los Andes.

While on most of this route drivers need to be aware of wildlife on the road, here the person at the wheel will also want to be careful of runners, pounding the roadside close to vehicles while using headphones.

Thirty-one km from San Martín de los Andes you’ll reach Lago Machónico. The wide mirador (lookout point) where is another opportunity to appreciate the deep blue waters of the lake from above.

Lago Hermoso

Six km further along RN234 take the detour to the right for Lago Hermoso, another 4km along unpaved road off the RN234.

Largo Hermoso’s pebbly shoreline along crystal waters makes it perfect for kayaking, a popular activity here. For those not equipped with their own, kayak tours of the lake are possible.

Activity arrangements should be made prior to arrival.

After returning from Lago Hermosa to RN234, the next stop is Lago Falkner, 13km south.

Reaching Largo Faulker, you’ve crossed the boundary from Lanin National Park and entered Nahuel Huapi National Park.

For camping enthusiasts, Largo Falkner is a well-equipped place to pitch a tent or park a campervan. Organized campsites have access to bathrooms, hot water, fire pits, tables and benches.

The 20-meter waterfall, Cascada Vullignanco, can be seen from the roadside just before Lago Falkner and visitors can safely pull over to the side of the road here for a closer view and photo opportunity.

A little further along RN234 lies Lago Falkner’s smaller neighbor, Lago Villarino.

The lake is a hot spot for fishing enthusiasts but before casting a line out, ensure permits are in order.

These can be obtained from tourist offices, YPF stations or campsites.

Lago Traful and Villa Traful

Continuing south-west on RN234, after about three km the Seven Lake’s Route’s ‘eighth lake,’ the appropriately named Lago Escondido (Hidden Lake) is spotted off to the right.

Onward another 25km, take the left turn off for Lago Traful on RP65.

Follow RP65 along the lakeshore another 22km to arrive at the small and simple town of Villa Traful on Lake Traful.

The town is a peaceful choice for an overnight stay and Villa Traful accommodation options range from hotels to abundant campsites.

Activities here include the Mirador del Viento, providing a panoramic view of the lake and surrounding hills.

A tour of Bosque Sumergido is also popular option, a forest of between 50 and 60 specimens of cypress submerged 30 meters below the surface of Lago Traful.

Lago Espejo Chico

From Lago Traful, head west via RP65 for 22km, take left turn back onto RN234 and travel a further 8km along to reach Lago Espejo Chico.

On this route, out the window to the left, the clear waters of Largo Correntoso run alongside the road.

The beach inlet of Lago Espejo Chico closest to the R234 is the perfect place to stop for a spot of sunbathing.

For those keen to take in the atmosphere a little longer, affordable camping at Lago Espejo Chico includes showers, hot water, fire pits, and picnic tables. A cafe can also be found onsite.

Lago Correntoso and Lago Nahuel Huapi

Leaving Lago Espejo Chico, turn right back onto RN234, traveling for another 28km to cross over the stunning Lago Correntoso.

From this point, you can take the turnoff to the left leading to the beach and volcanic sands of Lake Correntoso.

Camping facilities are available at the lake and for those keen on outdoor adventure, water sports including kayaking and canoeing are possible.

The surprisingly short, surging Rio Correntoso, reaches a maximum of only 300 meters depending on lake height and connects Lago Correntoso to its immense neighbor, Lago Nahuel Huapi.

Built in the early 1900s and once the hub of La Angostura, iconic Correntoso Lake and River Hotel is today still serving Patagonian visitors and sits above the river on the Nahuel Huapi side, offering one of the finest vistas in Northern Patagonia.

Villa La Angostura

The final destination on the Seven Lakes Route is Villa La Angostura, situated on the northwest shore of Nahuel Huapi along RN231.

The town, named ‘ angostura ‘ (meaning ‘narrow pass’) after the type of narrow land upon which it sits.

Like Bariloche , it was developed in the 1930’s to encourage tourism to the region.

Villa La Angostura is a thriving tourist hub and for outdoor adventurers, the ideal place to call home for a few nights while exploring the area.

Boat, canoe or kayak the seemingly endless shores of Nahuel Huapi, visit the one of a kind Arrayanes Forest, home to 650-year-old Arrayán trees up or trek through Parque Nacional Los Arrayanes.

Villa La Angostura also boasts some of the most upmarket resorts of the lakes region, an outstanding microbrewery, Australis Cervecería Artesanal and numerous gastronomic options.

Restaurants include the popular Cook Pizza Menu for affordable pizza and empanadas .

Mirador Social Club is for those looking to splash some cash in order to enjoy an amazing view.

Arrive just before sunset and watch the sun dip below the lake with a glass of Argentine-made wine in hand — the perfect end to Patagonia’s most unforgettable scenic road trip.

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• Recommended Restaurants on the Seven Lakes Route

-Pasteleria Pan y Chocolate, Judge Del Valle 876 San Martín de los Andes

-Mirador Social Club, Ruta 40 – Km 2119,8 Villa Langostura

-Australis Cerveceria Artesanal Patagonica, Avenida Arrayanes 2490, Villa La Angostura

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Quinta charla con Monseñor Martín

La Iglesia, pueblo de Dios a cargo de Monseñor Martin, obispo de la Iglesia Ortodoxa Francesa Se requiere inscripción previa a:[email protected] https://mailchi.mp/doxargentina/canto-a-la-madre-de-dios-10115816?e=33715ce1f6

Mensaje del Obispo Martin

Celebración de la Semana Santa

Queridos fieles y amigos de nuestra Iglesia, les hacemos llegar los horarios de las celebraciones de la Semana Santa

La Cuaresma

por Jacques Goettmann Durante los cuarenta días de la Cuaresma, del Primer Domingo al Jueves Santo, toda la Iglesia, con sus catecúmenos, sus penitentes y sus fieles, camina por el desierto de la purificación, sube a la montaña de la iluminación y se prepara a entrar en el verdadero y nuevo Templo, el Cuerpo del … [Leer más…]

Navidad y su preparación. Horarios de celebraciones

Vísperas de los Nombres Divinos y Navidad Domingo 17 de diciembre, 19 h: Vísperas del Primer Nombre Divino: ¡Oh Sabiduría! Lunes 18 de diciembre, 19 h: Vísperas del Segundo Nombre Divino: ¡Oh Adonai! Martes 19 de diciembre, 19 h: Vísperas del Tercer Nombre Divino: ¡Oh Retoño de Jesé! Miércoles 20 de diciembre, 19 h: Vísperas del Cuarto Nombre Divino:  ¡Oh … [Leer más…]

Exaltación de la Cruz

San Juan de Saint-Denis. Homilía sin fecha, transcrita a partir de apuntes de los fieles La Cruz contiene tantos misterios que me siento agobiado por el tema. Por eso, sin pretensión y aprovechando la fiesta de la Exaltación de la Cruz, voy a darles una instrucción totalmente práctica, como si fueran niños del catecismo, pues … [Leer más…]

Las fiestas de la Cruz

Liturgia Clara Cortazar de Goettmann La veneración litúrgica de la Cruz tiene su origen en Jerusalén.  Los relatos de los peregrinos indican que ya en el siglo IV era costumbre celebrar cada uno de los gestos y actos del Señor en los lugares mismos donde había estado.  Hacia 327, Elena, madre del emperador Constantino, fue … [Leer más…]

Natividad de María

Vísperas de la Natividad de María Antífona del Salmo CósmicoHoy es la Natividad de la gloriosa Virgen María de la estirpe de Abraham, de la tribu de Judá, de la familia de David.Antífona del 1er SalmoNacida de estirpe real. María resplandece de gloria.Antífona del 2do. SalmoAlégrate, María, digna de toda alabanza, pues diste a luz … [Leer más…]

Dormición y Asunción de la Virgen María

Gracias a una inundación providencial en 1972, se descubrió en la gruta de Getsemaní el sepulcro de María, donde los judeo-cristianos veneraban su Dormición (muerte) y su Asunción (resurrección), relatadas en más de veinte manuscritos de varias lenguas, originados en Tierra Santa, cuyo fondo o contenido esencial se remonta al siglo II. Alrededor de 390, … [Leer más…]

Camino de Santiago

Imaginario y Realidad Una tradición muy antigua, de los siglos VI y VII, relata que, antes de su Ascensión, Jesús repartió la tierra entera entre sus apóstoles, dándoles a cada uno una nación para evangelizar: Pedro recibió Roma; Tomás, la India; Andrés, las costas del Mar Negro; Bartolomé, Armenia; Felipe, Frigia…. Y Iago, Jacobo (más … [Leer más…]

Liturgia: Santiago, Apóstol de España y de las tierras hispánicas

Letanías Bebió de la Copa del Reino Esta Copa es la Nueva Alianza en mi sangre, que es derramada por vosotros (Lucas 22, 20). Venga tu Reino, como en los Cielos así en la tierra (Mateo 5, 10). Es el hijo de María-Salomé, la hermana de María. Es pescador en el mar de Galilea, Jesús … [Leer más…]

El Apóstol Santiago el Mayor

“El Señor hizo testigos de todos sus actos y de toda su enseñanza a tres apóstoles: Pedro,  Santiago,  Juan, pues ellos se encuentran siempre a su lado” (San Ireneo). Entre los doce apóstoles, éstos forman una tríada elegida, que los Evangelios y los Hechos de los Apóstoles notan cuidadosamente. Juntos, son pescadores en el lago … [Leer más…]

El Apóstol Santiago y su culto en el noroeste argentino

Por Isabel Cortazar En las culturas del altiplano boliviano, la introducción de las formas cristianas en el universo religioso indígena es una simple cobertura de sus primitivas deidades. Así Santiago es identificado con el trueno y el rayo (1), perdiendo su papel de “matamoros”(2). “Entre los santos del catolicismo, al que de veras adora el … [Leer más…]

Liturgia de Pentecostés (textos)

Textos de Oriente y de Occidente Ven, Espíritu Santo, Creador, llena el corazón de los que amas  y el pecho de aquéllos que Tú creaste con la gracia divina y celestial. Nos visitas, nos das tus siete Dones, Dedo de la Mano de Dios, Promesa del Padre de Quien procedes, generoso Dador de la Palabra. … [Leer más…]

La Liturgia de la Fiesta de Pentecostés

Pentecostés es una palabra griega que significa “Cincuenta”. En la Iglesia primitiva, el término “Pentecostés” designaba todo el período de cincuenta días (siete semanas + un día) que comenzaba en Pascua y se clausuraba con esta fiesta del día quincuagésimo: era el “venturoso pentecostés pascual”.  Pero la fiesta ya formaba parte de los grandes momentos … [Leer más…]

De Pascua a Pentecostés

Jacques Goettmann (1) La primera semana de esta Cincuentena de Gloria es la Octava Pascual, la “Semana de los siete Domingos”, y de los siete nuevos Días de la creación resucitada. La liturgia visigótica de España canta cada uno de esos siete días nuevos según el ritmo septenario del Génesis (2). Igualmente, cada día del año, … [Leer más…]

San Efrén el Sirio

“Los árboles del Edén fueron entregados como alimento al primer Adán. Para nosotros, el jardinero del jardín en persona se convirtió en alimento para nuestras almas”. Estos versículos vienen del amanecer de la Iglesia. Precisamente del siglo IV, pensados y escritos por un diácono de Oriente, Efrén, originario de Nisibi, localidad de la antigua Mesopotamia, … [Leer más…]

LOS NOMBRES DIVINOS

Los Nombres Divinos, y la conquista del mundo por medio de la dulzura y del gozo. Quinto Domingo de Adviento Epístola: Filipenses 4/4-7Evangelio: Juan 1/19-28 En el Nombre del Padre, del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo. ¡Amén! Desde mañana, la Iglesia nos preparará para lo que llamamos las GrandesAntífonas, las “Oh”: Oh Sabiduría, Oh Adonai, … [Leer más…]

Navidad y su preparación

Vísperas de los Nombres Divinos y Navidad Sábado 17 de diciembre, 19.00 h: Gran Vigilia de IV Témporas de Verano y Vísperas del Primer Nombre Divino: ¡Oh Sabiduría! Domingo 18 de diciembre, 19.00 h: Vísperas del Segundo Nombre Divino: ¡Oh Adonai! Lunes 19 de diciembre, 19.00 h: Vísperas del Tercer Nombre Divino: ¡Oh Retoño de Jesé! Martes 20 de … [Leer más…]

Fin del ciclo de charlas virtuales

Agradecemos a todos aquellos que participaron del ciclo de charlas virtuales: Paso a paso en la Iglesia. ¨La oración Litúrgica cotidiana¨.

El tiempo del Adviento

Su historia, su significación Por el Obispo Grégoire (Michel Mendez), de la Iglesia Ortodoxa de las Galias La palabra ADVIENTO viene del latín Adventus, que significa llegada, advenimiento; corresponde a la palabra griega Parusía. Esta palabra fue empleada tempranamente en la Iglesia para designar el período del año litúrgico que precede inmediatamente la fiesta de la … [Leer más…]

San Martín de Tours, nuesto patrono.

La vida de Martín abarca casi todo el siglo IV, desde 316, fecha probable de su nacimiento en Panonia (hoy Hungría) hasta 397. Ese siglo fue uno de los más intensos y decisivos de la historia de la Iglesia. Martín nace tres años después del Edicto de Milán, decisión del Emperador Constantino sobre la tolerancia … [Leer más…]

Martin, maestro espiritual y monje

“Aun si pude expresar con palabras, más o menos bien, sus hechos y sus gestos, su vida interior, su conducta cotidiana, su alma siempre tensa hacia el cielo, nunca -lo confieso- nunca ningún discurso podrá expresarlas.  Quiero hablar de esta perseverancia y esta justa medida en la abstinencia y en los ayunos, esta capacidad para … [Leer más…]

La vía del arrepentimiento

Uno de los más notables pensadores y teólogos del siglo XX, el Metropolita de Diokleia, Kallistos (Timothy) Ware, nació en Inglaterra en 1934. De origen anglicano, a los 24 años descubrió la fe ortodoxa, y durante mucho tiempo vivió en el monasterio San Juan de Patmos.  En 1966 fue ordenado presbítero y nombrado profesor de … [Leer más…]

¡Otra vez un concierto!

¿Qué Iglesia para nuestro tiempo?

Charla con Monseñor Martin desde el monasterio San Michel du Var, Francia.

La plegaria Litúrgica cotidiana

Charlas virtuales por zoom

Nuevo encuentro con Monseñor Martin

Si querés saber más sobre nosotros isitá nuestro canal de You Tube

Celebración de la Exaltación de la Cruz

Homilia Pbro Enrique Bikkesbakker San Isaac el Sirio dice: Tu Cruz, Señor, es la puerta de todos los misterios. Concédeme, Oh Dios, la misericordia del silencio…experimentar lo que sólo engendra el silencio… ¿Por qué el silencio? Porque únicamente enmudeciendo las voces de nuestra mentalidad, puede comenzar a crecer en nosotros el Misterio del Amor Crucificado. … [Leer más…]

Un nuevo ciclo de encuentros

Paso a pasoen la vida de la Iglesia Un Ciclo de encuentros de iniciación a la sabiduría cristiana tradicional. Por plataforma Zoom. Segundo módulo del año 2022: La Plegaria litúrgica cotidiana Jueves 15, 22 y 29 de septiembre las 19.30h Queridos fieles y amigos: Durante la segunda parte de este año 2022 deseamos retomar los … [Leer más…]

Encuentros por Zoom

Breve historia de la Plegaria hesicasta Queridos fieles y amigos: Les presentamos las dos charlas dadas los dias 16 y 23 de agosto pasado a través de la aplicación Zoom. También puede visualizarce visitando nuestro canal de You Tube <Parroquia Ortodoxa San Martín de Tours>: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPPLgWE48koYK3NWpcFud-Q

Sermón de la Dormición de la Madre de Dios  por San Gregorio Palamas  Mi presente sermón es motivado por el amor y la necesidad, no hablo solamente en razón de mi amor por ustedes y por el deseo de que palabras de salvación lleguen a sus oídos amantes de Dios, para nutrir sus almas; sino … [Leer más…]

Las tres capas de la Iglesia

Por San Jean de Saint Denis En el Nombre del Padre, del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo. ¡Amén! En el centro de la Transfiguración se encuentra la manifestación de la Divina Trinidad: el Hijo, la Voz del Padre, la nube que los cubre y que lleva al Padre y al Hijo, y que es llevada … [Leer más…]

La Dormición y Asunción de María

Dos nuevos encuentros por zoom

https://mailchi.mp/df5d3f073a0a/canto-a-la-madre-de-dios-9153749?e=33715ce1f6

El hombre se resiste a su salvación Domingo 28 de junio de 1957  Epístola: Timoteo 3/14-17, 4/1-5  Evangelio: Mateo 10/26-32 En el Nombre del Padre, del Hijo y del Espíritu Santo. ¡Amén!  El viernes a la noche os hablé de esta admirable Epístola y del Evangelio, propuestos por la Iglesia para el común de los … [Leer más…]

San Efrén de Siria

Había nacido hacia 306 en la ciudad de Nisibe, al norte de la Mesopotamia, en la peligrosa frontera de los Imperios romano y persa. Su época fue una época atormentada por las guerras y las confusiones dogmáticas dentro de la Iglesia: las viejas teorías gnósticas del siglo precedente se mezclaban con doctrinas nuevas, como la … [Leer más…]

El Sermón de la Montaña 

La Litrugia de la Fiesta de Pentecostés

Fiesta de pentecostés.

Homilía Por P. Enrique Bikkesbakker Estamos celebrando la memoria del descenso soberano del Espíritu Santo sobre la primera comunidad cristiana, fundada en la unidad, ya que todos proclamaban las maravillas de Dios; y en la diversidad, porque cada uno lo expresaba en distintas lenguas, como hemos leído en la primera lectura.  Esta es la primera … [Leer más…]

Noche de la Resurrección

Homilia de Monseñor Martín para la Noche de la Resurrección ¿Quién nos rodará la piedra? (Mc 16, 3). Es una pregunta legítima que se plantean las mujeres miróforas al salir de la noche, inquietas ante la piedra sellada por la tiranía del dictador romano. Prueba de impotencia: ¿Quién nos rodará la piedra? Es una pregunta … [Leer más…]

Homilía Pascual

Por San Juan de San Denis  Uno de los sentimientos que puede asombrarnos –y que sobrecogió a las mujeres miróforas cuando ellas supieron  que el Cristo había resucitado – fue el miedo; ellas tuvieron miedo, el temor se apodera de ellas.      Ellas tienen miedo porque esa noticia significa una felicidad demasiado grande; temen porque lo … [Leer más…]

¡Cristo Resucitó!

https://mailchi.mp/ca348acebda9/musica-barroca-italiana-8875222?e=09825d6b8b

Breve contemplación de los Evangelios

por Enrique Bikkesbakker La Gran Semana, la Semana Santa, contiene en su interior la resonancia de una nueva creación. Si prestamos atención a los hechos que nos relatan los evangelios y los cantos litúrgicos que acompañan a este tiempo, seremos testigos de que esta Pascua, invierte el sentido de la existencia. Acompañando a Jesús durante … [Leer más…]

Liturgia del Triduo Pascual

“Algunos cantos” Pascua: Una fiesta inicialmente cósmica, de agricultores y pastores en el momento del equinoccio – luego hebrea, grávida del acontecimiento histórico de la liberación de la esclavitud en Egipto; finalmente cristiana… Los ritos cristianos que lo celebran se inventaron a lo largo de siglos, son diferentes según las tradiciones litúrgicas (bizantina, romana, galicana, … [Leer más…]

En memoria de ella

La Pasión según Santa María Magdalena Por Monseñor Martin Una mujer muy interesante: María, Myriam, María de Magdala o de Betania. Ustedes saben que aquí, en nuestra Iglesia y en la tradición de Provenza, el personaje que hoy abordamos, amiga íntima de Jesús como Pedro, Juan y sus discípulos, es un rostro que reúne a … [Leer más…]

Celebraciones de Semana Santa

https://mailchi.mp/bf31b3cef84c/musica-barroca-italiana-8873906?e=33715ce1f6

La verdadera guerra

  Carta pastoral de Cuaresma de Monseñor Martin. Obispo de la Iglesia Ortodoxa Francesa En esta mitad de la Cuaresma, la guerra hace estragos en Ucrania, en los confines de Europa, del mismo modo que continúa incendiando regiones enteras a través de múltiples conflictos inter-étnicos o inter-religiosos, en muchos lugares del mundo… Siempre con las … [Leer más…]

Ucrania-Rusia

Jean-Yves Leloup. Graines de conscience (semillas de conciencia) ¿Cuál puede ser el punto de vista de una Intercontinental de las consciencias con respecto a este conflicto? Primero, recordar que Rusia, Ucrania y todos los países europeos pertenecen al mismo continente, a la misma tierra.  Si los humanos se muestran capaces de consciencia, las diferencias entre … [Leer más…]

Ciclo de encuentros: Paso a paso en la vida de la Iglesia

https://mailchi.mp/805e80ec3f85/canto-a-la-madre-de-dios-8853826?e=33715ce1f6

Actividades 2022

https://mailchi.mp/05ec429de44d/canto-a-la-madre-de-dios-8849462?e=33715ce1f6

Domingos de Cuaresma

  Padre Jacques Goettmann El lector de este artículo y del libro Cuaresma, de textos litúrgicos, puede entrar en ese gran Tesoro de Sabiduría. Mucho más, si participa en las Liturgias, puede prepararse con esa lectura y puede meditar después de esas liturgias sobre el alimento humano y divino recibido para asimilarlo y así caminar en … [Leer más…]

  La oración, la limosna y el ayuno

Padre Enrique Bikkesbakker Con la Cuaresma que comienza a gestarse el Miércoles de Cenizas, accedemos al umbral del tiempo más penitencial del año litúrgico.   Si bien tenemos varios tiempos penitenciales a lo largo del año, la Cuaresma es el tiempo más fuerte.  ¿Qué es la penitencia?     Muchos de nosotros tenemos asociada la penitencia con el … [Leer más…]

Por Elena Maseiras Miserere (1) Dios, ten compasión de mí por tu Gracia, / borra mis crímenes por la grandeza de tu amor maternal. Lávame completamente de mi injusticia, / purifícame de mi pecado. Pues yo conozco mis crímenes, / mi pecado está siempre ante mí. Contra Ti, contra Ti solo he pecado +, he … [Leer más…]

La Liturgia de Pre-Santificados

 P. Alexandre Schmemann La característica primera y esencial de la Liturgia de Pre-Santificados es que se trata de un oficio de la tarde. Se presenta como un oficio de comunión que sigue a las Vísperas. En los primeros estadios de su desarrollo, estaba desprovista de la solemnidad que hoy tiene, con lo cual su relación … [Leer más…]

Cantos para el tiempo de Cuaresma

Homilía Fiesta de San Juan de Saint Denis

P. Enrique Bikkesbakker Estamos celebrando la fiesta del Padre de la Iglesia Ortodoxa Occidental: San Juan de San Denis. En la Argentina somos sus herederos, gracias a la transmisión de nuestro Padre Jacques y de Clara. Desde su infancia, la Stma Trinidad ocupó el centro de su existencia. San Juan decía:  Escrutando mi alma, sobrepasando … [Leer más…]

La Epifanía del Cuadragésimo Día

Clara Cortazar de Goettmann “Las Teofanías culminan en la Epifanía del 40º día después de Navidad, en el Santo Encuentro entre el Niño Dios y el viejo profeta Simeón: Candelaria, fiesta de las candelas, de las luces, pues si “el Viejo lleva al Niño, el Niño ilumina al Viejo” ya que es Luz de las … [Leer más…]

San Policarpo de Esmirna (c. 70-156)

Clara Cortazar de Goettmann “Mirad al doctor de Asia, padre de los cristianos, destructor de nuestros dioses, cuya enseñanza impide que tanta gente los adore.” Por este clamor fue saludado Policarpo el día de su martirio en Esmirna, el 23 de febrero de 156. Era el verdadero sucesor del discípulo amado de Jesús, el apóstol … [Leer más…]

El Santo Encuentro

La infancia de Jesús San Juan de Saint Denis (1) La multitud de acontecimientos de la infancia del Cristo nos queda oculta, pero el Evangelio nos habla de la Circuncisión (Lc 2, 21), de su Entrada al Templo (Lc 2, 22-39), de su discurso entre los Doctores en el Templo Santo (Lc 2, 41.52). Estos … [Leer más…]

La Virgen de la Candelaria en América

Isabel Cortazar La Virgen del Santo Encuentro, de la Purificación o de la Candelaria era ya, según la peregrina Eteria, venerada en Jerusalén desde el siglo IV, y el papa Gelasio (siglo V) la difundió en Roma manteniendo los rasgos de esta fiesta, que son la procesión con luminarias y el canto del himno Y … [Leer más…]

Padre Jacques blog homenaje

Centenario del nacimiento del Padre Jacques Goettmann –4 de noviembre 1921-2021– Un nuevo blog en su homenaje y en memoria suya, con el Ensayo de una biografía, fotos, libros y artículos, algunos audios y algunos testimonios, que se ampliarán progresivamente en los próximos meses.

Fiesta de San Martín de Tours y Centenario del nacimiento del Padre Jacques Goettmann

Ciclo de encuentros: Una lectura del Apocalipsis de la mano del P. Jacques Goetmann. (completo)

Desde el 11 de marzo de este año, emprendimos la lectura integral del Apocalipsis guiados por el libro del Padre Jacques Goettmann. Semana tras semana, módulo tras módulo, un grupo de unas veinte personas siguió con notable fidelidad estos encuentros, en los cuales hemos tenido la gracia y la alegría de penetrar en el universo … [Leer más…]

Ciclo de conferencias virtuales. (V). La presencia del Arcángel Miguel en nuestro camino de Santidad.

Charla con Monseñor Martin. La presencia del Arcángel Miguel en nuestro camino de Santidad.

El Transhumanismo. -parte segunda-

El Trasnhumanismo un desafío para la fe cristiana por el Padre Pierre Colombani, de la Iglesia Ortodoxa Francesa Segunda parte Les estaba diciendo, entonces, que es interesante reflexionar sobre este debate entretranshumanismo y cristianismo a la luz del pensamiento de ese gran teólogo jesuita, elPadre Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. En efecto, debemos recordar que el … [Leer más…]

El Transhumanismo -parte primera-

El Transhumanismo un desfio para la fe cristiana por el Padre Pierre Colombani, de la Iglesia Ortodoxa Francesa Esta charla fue difundida por via zoom el 9 se septiembre de 2021 en BuenosAires, en el marco de un Ciclo, Transhumanismo y perfeccionamiento humano,organizado por el Instituto San Ireneo de Teología y Arte Sagrado de BuenosAires, … [Leer más…]

El Apóstol Santiago y su culto en el Noroeste argentino

Peregrinos como nuestros padres

Por Jacques Goettmann Todo hombre es peregrino en la tierra. Aun el sedentario peregrina a lo largo de las estaciones de su vida. Mas la verdadera peregrinación se hace con los dos pies y con poco equipaje. El peregrino sale de su casa, de su familia, de su vida anterior y se va adonde el … [Leer más…]

Homenaje a Maxime Kovalesky

Panikidha (oficio de difuntos) en conmemoración a Maxime Kovalesky en el 33er. aniversario de su nacimiento al cielo. Quien fuera Diácono, compositor, historiador y liturgista, hermano de Mons Jean de Saint Denis, realizado por un grupo de fieles y un sacerdote el 13 de junio pasado junto a su tumba y la de su esposa … [Leer más…]

Diaporama sobre Mons. Jean de Saint Denis

Compartimos el diaporama para la ocasión de la Canonización-Glorificación el día 9 de octubre de 2008 de Mons. Jean de Saint Denis (Eugraph Kovalevsky), realizado por l’Eglise orthodoxe des Gaules (Iglesia de las Galias) http://www.eglise-orthodoxe.eu en presencia de los representantes de las Iglesias Ortodoxas Occidentales l’Eglise orthodoxe française http://www.eof.fr/  y l’Eglise orthodoxe celtique http://www.orthodoxie-celtique.net con traducción textual. … [Leer más…]

La vida en el Espíritu

Por Jacques Goettmann San Pablo afirma que nadie puede decir Señor Jesús sino en el Espíritu Santo (1 Cor 12, 3). No hay vida cristiana sin el Espíritu Santo, es decir, sin vida espiritual. Sin el Espíritu Santo podemos tener sólo una relación histórica con el Cristo, o una relación intelectual. Pero el Espíritu Santo … [Leer más…]

San Germán, Obispo de París

Por Jacques Goettmann En 496, el año del bautismo de Clodoveo, primer rey cristiano de Francia, nació Germán en Autun (Borgoña). Su madre, Eusebia, tenía ya otros hijos y quería abortar. Tomó inútilmente una bebida abortiva y luego trató de ahogar al niño en sus entrañas. El niño resistió, nació sano y salvó a su … [Leer más…]

Msr Martin: Charla sobre la Semana Santa “¡He aquí la noche!”

Presentamos aquí la traducción casi completa de la primera de una serie de cuatro charlas (¡He aquí la noche!, ¡He aquí el camino!, ¡He aquí el Hombre!, ¡He aquí la Cruz!) pronunciadas por Monseñor Martin durante la Semana Santa 2020, en el momento del primer confinamiento sanitario, en el Monasterio Saint Michel du Var (Francia). … [Leer más…]

“La Cuaresma y la sociedad de consumo” 2da. charla con Msr Martin

ir al canal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dx8LI7YmwaM&t=5958s

Credo de la penitencia

San Juan de Saint Denis “Señor y Dueño de mi vida, el espíritu de ocio, de  desaliento, de dominación y de palabra fácil, ¡aleja de mí! El espíritu de pureza, de humildad, de paciencia y de caridad, ¡ dalo a tu servidor ! Sí, Señor y Rey, dame el don de ver mis faltas y … [Leer más…]

Padre Jacques Goettmann Durante los cuarenta días de la Cuaresma, del Primer Domingo al Jueves Santo, toda la Iglesia, con sus catecúmenos, sus penitentes y sus fieles, camina por el desierto de la purificación, sube a la montaña de la iluminación y se prepara a entrar en el verdadero y nuevo Templo, el Cuerpo del … [Leer más…]

Nueva charla de Msr Martín

Teofanía, bautismo de Cristo, bautismo del mundo. También se puede visualizar en nuestro canal de YouTube haciendo clic en el siguiente link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPPLgWE48koYK3NWpcFud-Q

Ciclo de Conferencias virtuales

Curar el espíritu, cuidar la tierraa cargo de Monseñor Martin,obispo de la Iglesia Ortodoxa Francesa En estos tiempos de grandes mutaciones, nuestro camino de transformación personal y colectiva pasa necesariamente por un exigente trabajo de curación interior. Curar nuestro espíritu, cuidar el pedacito de universo que nos fue confiado para cuidar nuestra casa común, la … [Leer más…]

El arte de la transición en tiempos de mutaciones. Actitudes concretas

Monseñor Martín, Obispo de la Église Orthodoxe Française Continuación de la charla final de un retiro predicado por Monseñor Martín, de la Église Orthodoxe Française, en la Casa de Retiros Espirituales de Buenos Aires, en octubre de 2018. Recordemos una vez más el sentido de nuestro retiro, que está basado en una escucha, escucha lúcida … [Leer más…]

Los Siete Días de la Creación

El Día Cero P. Jacques Goettmann Es evidente que Dios no creó un mundo totalmente terminado, sino que creó una creación en progresiva y perpetua génesis. Esto está indicado por el segundo versículo de nuestro texto y por la historia del mundo, en camino hacia su cumplimiento gracias a la colaboración del hombre con Dios. … [Leer más…]

El método de oración Hesicasta según la enseñanza del P. Serafín del Monte Athos (continuación)

Jean-Yves Leloup Meditar como un pájaro  Estar sobre un buen cimiento, estar orientado hacia la luz, respirar como un océano no es todavía la meditación hesicasta, le dijo el padre Serafín; ahora debes aprender a meditar como un pájaro.   Y lo llevó a una pequeña celda cercana a su eremitorio donde vivían dos tórtolas. El arrullo de … [Leer más…]

El método de oración hesicasta

Según la enseñanza del P. Serafín del Monte Athos Por Jean-Yves Leloup Cuando X, un joven filósofo, llegó al Monte Athos, había leído ya un cierto número de libros sobre la espiritualidad ortodoxa, particularmente la pequeña Filocalia de la oración del corazón en los relatos del peregrino ruso. Estaba seducido sin estar verdaderamente convencido. Una liturgia … [Leer más…]

El hombre, síntesis y liberador del cosmos

por San Juan de Saint-Denis Hemos dicho varias veces que el Artesano del cosmos, nuestro Dios bendito, distingue a fin de que los que han sido distinguidos busquen libremente su unidad. …El hombre, en efecto, es la síntesis de lo visible y de lo invisible. Llevados de la mano por San Ireneo, rechacemos las herejías … [Leer más…]

El arte de la transición en tiempos de mutaciones. Situación y diagnóstico

Parte de una de las charlas de un retiro predicado por Monseñor Martín, de la Église Orthodoxe Française, en la Casa de Ejercicios Espirituales de Buenos Aires, en octubre de 2018. Hemos elegido un tema un poco particular, que quizás no resuene en algunos de ustedes, como si abandonáramos el espacio teológico, lejano a veces … [Leer más…]