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Palenque Archaeological Site – Palenque Archaeological Site loop from Palenque

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Palenque Archaeological Site – Palenque Archaeological Site loop from Palenque

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28

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Palenque Archaeological Site – Palenque Archaeological Site loop from Palenque

04:51

18.0km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Parque Nacional Palenque

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

8.47 km

Motiepa Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

2

8.90 km

Temple of the Inscriptions, Palenque

Highlight • Historical Site

Beautiful location and a total delight to visit. One of many ancient sites to visit in Mexico.

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3

8.96 km

Temple of the Inscriptions (Tomb of the Red Queen)

Highlight • Historical Site

The tomb of the red queen is a burial chamber containing the remains of a noble woman and as such it is an imposing beautiful structure.

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4

9.03 km

Palenque Archaeological Site

Highlight • Historical Site

The visit is really worthwhile. It does not require any special equipment except sunscreen, sunglasses and lots of water.
(As of 05/2018) - The journey from Palenque is easily possible …

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5

9.44 km

Palenque Archaeological Site

Highlight • Historical Site

Definitely worth seeing; Easily marked circular route with many options; Easy and cheap to reach with colectivo from Palenque

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6

10.2 km

Maya Ruins in Parque Nacional Palenque

Highlight • Historical Site

7

10.4 km

Waterfalls and Suspension Bridge in Parque Nacional Palenque

Highlight • Waterfall

8

10.8 km

Palenque Mayan Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

A run from Palenque town to the magic Mayan ruins of Palenque. We actually managed to have a shower and clean up before going to the ruins.

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18.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.5 km

2.24 km

2.10 km

169 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

3.64 km

2.05 km

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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