The 2026 edition returns to the volcanic landscapes of Araucanía. Starting and finishing in Pucón, Chile, riders have 130 hours to complete an 800 km unsupported route across ancient Araucaria forests, lava fields and remote mountain passes beneath eight volcanoes.
The Volcano Edition crosses the volcanic Andes of Araucanía through Villarrica and Conguillío National Parks, Malalcahuello National Reserve and the historic Las Raíces mountain range. The route follows remote gravel roads along the Chile–Argentina border, passes through the Mapuche community of Reigolil and descends into the thermal valley of Liquiñe before returning to Pucón. Ancient Araucaria forests, changing weather and long distances between villages define this landscape as much as the volcanoes themselves.
The route leaves Pucón and enters the volcanic landscapes of Araucanía. Gravel roads, ancient Araucaria forests and the volcanoes of Villarrica, Quetrupillán and Lanín define the opening section of the journey.
Leaving Melipeuco, the route enters Conguillío National Park, where gravel roads wind through ancient Araucaria forests, lava fields and the slopes of Llaima Volcano before reaching Cunco.
The route continues through rural valleys, native forests and the lakes of southern Araucanía. Quiet backroads connect Villarrica, Coñaripe and Liquiñe beneath the volcanic landscape of the Andes.
The final section follows rivers, forests and rural roads back to Pucón. Completing the loop marks the end of an 800 km self-supported journey through the volcanic landscapes of southern Chile.
For one week, Pucón becomes home to riders from around the world. Days are filled with social rides, route briefings, local cafés, workshops and conversations before the route begins. When the last rider returns, the stories continue around the same tables where the week first started.
Pucón, Chile / Six days of riding, meeting people and preparing for the journey together.
Gravel roads, native forests, volcanoes and small mountain villages shape every day of the route.
Meet riders from around the world and experience Chile through a shared passion for bikepacking.
Applications for the Volcano Edition are reviewed until September. Riders are selected based on their bikepacking and self-supported riding experience. Successful applicants receive confirmation by email before the event.
The entry fee for the 2026 Volcano Edition is USD 600 SOLO or USD 1,200 PAIR.
Across Andes offers two categories: SOLO, where riders complete the route independently, and PAIR, where two riders must remain together throughout the entire route according to the PAIR category rules.
Your entry includes Base Camp access in Pucón, a welcome reception with gifts from our partners, guided social rides, workshops with local experts, local craft beer, local craft coffee, Handbook, Official Kit merch, Brevet Card, the official Across Andes Gravel T-shirt, rider briefing, the official GPS route, satellite tracker, Live Tracking, Three official checkpoints with brevet passport stamping, on-route safety, official event photography, finisher medal, the closing party and awards ceremony.
Accommodation, meals, flights, airport transfers, bicycle transport, travel insurance, mechanical assistance, spare parts and personal expenses are not included. Across Andes is a fully self-supported event.
A gravel bike with 40 mm or wider tyres is recommended, although mountain bikes are also welcome. Every rider must pass the mandatory equipment inspection before the start. The complete equipment list is available in the Rider Handbook.
Every rider carries a satellite tracker throughout the event. Live Tracking allows friends, family and followers to watch the route unfold in real time from anywhere in the world.
The Rules explain the event format, mandatory equipment, self-supported principles, Pair category regulations, penalties and everything you need to know before applying.
Base Camp is located at Hotel Enjoy Pucón by Specialized. We recommend arriving two or three days before the start to enjoy the social rides, workshops and pre-event activities while preparing for the route. Across Andes 2026 begins on Sunday, November 22, at 7:00 AM from Plaza de Pucón. The edition concludes on Friday, November 27, with the closing celebration and awards ceremony from 4:00 PM in Pucón.
Registration for 2026 is now FULL, but applications for Across Andes 2027 are open. Selected riders will gather in Pucón, Chile, for an 800 km crossing through the volcanic Andes of Araucanía.
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