Las Olletas
Las Olletas, Maule Region, Chile
- Location
- Las Olletas, Maule Region, Chile
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Restorative
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Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium
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Insider tip — Las Olletas is a remote Andean hot spring in the Maule Region of central Chile, nestled in the pre-cordillera at roughly 1,500 meters elevation. The bicarbonate-rich water bubbles up through volcanic substrate associated with the nearby Descabezado Grande massif. Access requires a dirt-road drive through scenic river valleys, rewarding hardy visitors with steaming natural pools and panoramic mountain views.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).