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The Top 13 Attractions in Amecameca

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Amecameca. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Amecameca is a region where 13

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 30, 2025

La Joya Trailhead (Iztaccíhuatl)

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This is the start of the standard route to the top of Ixta. You will be glad to see this place in about twelve hours time but in the meantime …

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Paso de Cortés

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Starting point for hikes on the volcanoes. Located at 3,600 meters, the air is much thinner.

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View from Las Rodillas (Portillo 3)

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After about 3-4 hours of hiking form the La Joya Trailhead car park you should be just about coming up to the Rodillas. If you left in the early hours …

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Shark Head Rock

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An iconic rock for its shark shape, it is a reference point for the route to the Otis McAllister refuge.

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Place to relax

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Walking toward La Burbuja waterfall, you'll find this rest stop, an open space with a flat area, food, a restroom, a swing, and several log benches. It's located between the …

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View of Popocatépetl from Amecameca

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The starting point for climbing the volcano ... the only place where I haven't met any Germans or German speakers for two weeks in 11 months.

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Popocatépetl Volcano

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The access to the Popo is closed due to its constant activity, but the view from the Izta is amazing.

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Summit of Popocatépetl

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The air is getting quite thin once you get closer to the top. Allow yourself enough time to get up there. We had to take a lot of breaks and needed around 4 to 5 hours to get there!

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La Joya Pass – 4,000 m

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Almost exactly 4,000m

From here you can't go any further by bike ... You really can't get any higher. Here it's time to walk and soon only continue with climbing equipment.

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Main Square of Amecameca

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Amecameca de Juaréz is the municipal capital. It's a well-known town and a popular destination for visitors to the volcanoes, as it's located right at the foot of the volcanoes …

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The Top 13 Attractions in Amecameca

La Joya Trailhead (Iztaccíhuatl)

Paso de Cortés

View from Las Rodillas (Portillo 3)

Shark Head Rock

Place to relax

View of Popocatépetl from Amecameca

Popocatépetl Volcano

Summit of Popocatépetl

La Joya Pass – 4,000 m

Main Square of Amecameca

Most popular routes in Amecameca

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