Neuquén & General Roca

Neuquén & General Roca

Patagonian wines, endless steppe, and reddish landscapes. The Alto Valle del Río Negro region combines traditional fruit-growing culture, historic wineries, a burgeoning gastronomy, and landscapes that alternate between the lush greenery of irrigated valleys and the open Patagonian steppe. An ideal area for those who appreciate wine, tranquility, and the contrasts of northern Patagonia.

  1. Humberto Canale Winery (General Roca): One of the country’s most traditional wineries, featuring historic architecture, guided wine tastings, and excellent Patagonian Pinot Noir.
  2. Upper Río Negro Valley: Endless orchards (pears, apples, grapes), family farms, irrigation canals, and rural life.
  3. City of Neuquén & Waterfront: Riverside parks, contemporary cuisine, and easy access to the wineries in San Patricio del Chañar.
  4. San Patricio del Chañar: An up-and-coming wine region with modern wineries such as Schroeder, Fin del Mundo, and Secreto Patagónico.
  5. Red Moon Valley (General Roca): Reddish sandstone formations and canyons, a unique and little-known lunar landscape.
  6. Río Negro & Río Neuquén: Recreational areas for picnicking, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and fishing.
  7. Patagonian steppe: abrupt landscape changes between fertile valleys and barren expanses.
  1. Explore the inner trails of the Red Moon Valley at dawn, when the rocks glow a vibrant orange.
  2. Small wineries and family-run businesses in the upper valley offering artisanal cider and distinctive wines.
  3. Natural viewpoints between General Roca and Paso Córdoba overlooking the steppe and the river.
  4. Hidden beaches along the banks of the Río Negro, ideal for relaxing summer days.
  5. Restored old fruit barns that hold secrets of the region’s agricultural history.
  1. Premium wine tasting at Bodega Canale + historical tour of the centuries-old facilities.
  2. Hike through the Red Moon Valley with a local guide to less-visited gorges.
  3. Kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) on the Limay River at sunset.
  4. Fruit tour to pear and apple orchards – an essential part of the regional identity.
  5. Sport fishing in nearby rivers with experienced guides.
  6. Gourmet picnic on the steppe with Patagonian wines.

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