Valle de Bravo is famous for its lake, its incredible forests filled with Oyamel Pine, its impressive Piedra Herrada Sanctuary (home of the monarch butterfly), its delicious artichokes harvested locally, and its spectacular properties. This destination is connected with nature, it has a solid gastronomic offer and some of the best outdoor activities. There are countless reasons to visit this wonderful colonial town, but these are the 5 Valle musts that you simply cannot miss:
Visit The Pine
Just 4 blocks from the town center, between its colonial buildings and cobblestone streets, sits a 700-year-old tree called The Pine. The locals say that in 1530, the Franciscans celebrated the very first mass underneath its crown in honor of the foundation of San Francisco del Valle de Temascaltepec, known today as Valle de Bravo. Even though it’s called The Pine, it is an Ahuehuete or Montezuma Cypress, a native tree to México and Guatemala. The Mexican name, Ahuehuete comes from Nahuatl－The Aztec language－ word “ahuehuetl” meaning “viejo de agua”( which could translate to “Elder of water”) because it grows near swamps, creeks, and springs.
Go Paragliding
This extreme sport has gained a lot of popularity in Valle de Bravo. Paragliding is an adventure sport that consists of flying through the air on a lightweight, free-flying glider. These flights offer magnificent views of the city center, the Monte Alto natural reserve, and the Lake.
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Visit the “Velo de Novia” Waterfall
This adventure is a must for all trekking, mountain biking, and nature walk enthusiasts. The waterfall This adventure is a must for all trekking, mountain biking, and nature walk enthusiasts. The waterfall is located inside the park with the same name and is a short walk from the entrance; however, the park has more than one route with more than one waterfall, creek, or stream to enjoy. There’s a small traditional restaurant at the entrance, but you are welcome to bring ingredients into the park and use the picnic facilities.
- Velo de Novia 137, Avandaro, Valle de Bravo.
Visit La Peña
This boulder dates to the pre-Hispanic era. It is thought to have been used for rituals because of the presence of temaszcals in the area. Legend says that in colonial times, 2 wealthy Spaniards fled New Spain out of fear of guerrilla attacks and went back to their native Spain, but left a substantial treasure hidden somewhere in La Peña, a treasure that has yet to be found. This small peninsula is located in one of Valle’s most exclusive residential zones, and it offers a magnificent view of these beautiful residences and the lake. It’s also a popular spot to practice bouldering and rappelling; several routes and tours are available around town.
- Camino a la peña 114, La Peña, Valle de Bravo.
Carmel Maranathá
The name is made up of two words, “Carmel” meaning garden, and “Marana Tha” meaning “Come, Lord. The Carmelites built it in the seventies as a garden to welcome the Lord, much like its name. This castle-like house of prayer has different architectural spaces, such as the doctrinal fountain that invite reflection and prayer.
- Carretera México-Valle de Bravo KM. 66 S/N, Valle de Bravo.
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If you are a lover of nature, adrenaline, or rest, Valle de Bravo is the destination you are looking for so much. Walking through the center’s cobbled streets offers tranquility as you gaze at the alleys lined with colonial houses adorned with red tile roofs, and balconies with colorfull flowers. The craft shops that sell embroidery, fabrics, and handmade ceramic pieces characterize this ” Pueblo Magico.” A few kilometers away, the leafy forests invite you to light the chimney with Oyamel Fir and ocote- Montezuma Pine- to enjoy in the open air.
Have fun with everything that the lake has to offer: paddleboarding, skiing, kayaking, and more.
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