Cunco Postal Codes: 4890000 | Cautín, La Araucanía

Key Facts

Cunco is a commune located in the Cautín Province of Chile's La Araucanía Region. Situated approximately 60 kilometers southeast of the regional capital Temuco, Cunco occupies a strategic position in the Andean foothills of southern Chile. The commune covers an area of approximately 1,906 square kilometers and has a population of around 18,000 residents according to recent census data. Cunco is administratively divided into several smaller districts and localities, including the town of Cunco itself, which serves as the municipal center, along with surrounding rural areas and smaller settlements. The commune's geography is characterized by its transition from the central valley to the Andean mountains, featuring diverse landscapes that include agricultural lands, forests, and mountainous terrain. Cunco plays an important role in the regional economy through agriculture, forestry, and tourism activities, while also maintaining strong cultural connections to the Mapuche indigenous communities that have historically inhabited the area. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Cunco's various districts and localities, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and communication needs throughout the commune.

Neighboring Regions

• Vilcún
• Melipeuco
• Loncoche
• Villarrica
• Pucón
• Curarrehue