Parque Forestal

The Forest Park

The Santiago audio-guided tour has you discover the Forest Park, a vast green space much appreciated by the inhabitants, which runs along the Mapocho river over its entire length.

A park in the European fashion

The park was created on the land recovered after the canalisation of the Mapocho river in the nineteenth century. With its seventeen hectares, it is one of the main public spaces of the city. It was designed by the French landscape architect Georges Dubois, on the occasion of the centenary of the independence of Chile, in the European fashion of the time: paths lined with indigenous trees, sculptures and ornaments, including the fine German fountain, a gift from the German government for this centenary.

What there is to see

The park, a classic place of rest and walk, unfolds its tree-lined alleys, its sculptures and its German fountain. Its location, between several tourist districts, makes it a pleasant passage during the visit of the centre. At the weekend, one comes across flea markets, street shows and jugglers there, in a lively and convivial atmosphere.

Practical information

The Forest Park runs along the Mapocho river, in the centre of Santiago. It is a public space freely accessible at all hours and on the level. It is particularly lively at the weekend.

How was the Forest Park created?

On the land recovered after the canalisation of the Mapocho river in the nineteenth century, and designed by the French landscape architect Georges Dubois for the centenary of independence.

What is the German fountain of the park?

A gift from the German government for the centenary of the independence of Chile, a remarkable ornament of the Forest Park.