The city of El Chalten is preparing for a new edition of the National Trekking Festival, an event that brings together athletic events and cultural shows. The celebration recalls the first Argentine attempt to conquer Mount Fitz Roy, on March 18, 1948. In 1993, El Chaltén has been named as the “Provincial Trekking Capital” and for that reason it is a more than suitable place to carry out this festivity.
In each edition the presence of numerous visitors and competitors from Argentina and other countries is estimated for the “Trekkaton Race” and the “Shelter Challenge”. In this celebration, outdoor activities, sports practices and physical skills that are carried out within the area of the park are prioritized. Los Glaciares National Parkalong the different trekking trails and around the city.
In addition, there are recreational activities and climbing Top Rop for all public safely in the vicinity of the Stable Sports Plant. Also, it performs Hatchet Contest and you can enjoy the Artisans Walk in the communal sports center. At the end, there will be tango shows, Latin American folklore and the election of the national queen of trekking.
One of the most outstanding proposals of the meeting is the “Descent of the Tower”: 11 kilometers of mountain trails with a drop of 200 meters. Most of the route is downhill, with some slopes. The other is “The Shelter Challenge”, which consists of a cross country endurance test that includes a zip line over the Fitz Roy river.
According to the authorities of the city of Santa Cruz, this festival “is considered the most important event of the year for those who enjoy hiking.” And they maintain that the event “combines the cultural, with the artistic and challenges of the nature of El Chaltén.”
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