Tourism, both national and international,
is the main economical activity of Bariloche, all year around. The main ski
station is the one at Cerro Catedral. During the summer, beautiful beaches such
as Playa Bonita and Villa Tacul welcome sun-bathers and some brave lake swimmers
(the waters, from melting snow, are always very cold. Lake Nahuel Huapi averages
14 °C in the summertime). The fishing season is another great attraction.
Bariloche is the biggest city of a huge Lakes District, and serves as a base for
many excursions in the region. Trekking in the mountains, almost completely wild
and uninhabited with the exception of a few high-mountain huts, is also a
popular activity. The city is also famous for its chocolates.

