Autumn has arrived, the air turns cold, the migrations of butterflies begin to arrive and the immense October moons shine. Likewise, the trees begin to turn warm shades, giving us beautiful scenes. In the north of Mexico, in the Sierra de Arteaga, there is the most impressive autumn landscape: tall cedars and bushy oaks with orange leaves and a smell of pine that invades the atmosphere.
If you like nature, hiking and unique landscapes, you cannot miss the opportunity to visit this place during the month of October.
Sierra la Marta: wonderful scenes to enjoy nature
Approximately one hour from Saltillo and two hours from the city of Monterrey is a charming town in the municipality of Arteaga, San Antonio de las Alazanas. This town is ideal for a weekend getaway with your family, partner or friends, rest among the gigantic pines and stock up on handcrafted products made with apples such as juices, wines and more.
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In this place begins the so-called Sierra la Marta, the second roof of Coahuila. It has an altitude of 3,700 meters and it is one of the most popular places among lovers of hiking. Also here is the tourist center of Forests of Monterreal, the only site in Mexico with a Swiss Alps-style ski site. Thanks to the height of the Sierra During winter, the landscape is covered with abundant white snow and offers one of the best winter shows in Mexico.
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The beautiful autumn landscape of the Arteaga forest
But, Sierra la Marta is not only beautiful during the winter, because during this autumn season its cedars, oaks and pines begin to tinge with reddish and orange hues, offering an autumnal landscape totally out of a movie. The entire forest becomes warm hues, so beautiful that you won’t believe you’re in Mexico, since it simulates landscapes like the forests of the United States or Canada.
Take advantage of this season, during the month of October, and venture to explore the Sierra de Arteaga and enjoy the beautiful landscapes that an autumn forest can offer.
How to get?
From Monterrey, take the highway to Saltillo. The road fee costs $106 pesos. Afterwards, you must take the carbonera, having a booth cost of $44 pesos. In the charcoal bin you will find the sign that indicates the return to San Antonio de las Alazanas. Once here, just follow the directions of the locals to the start of the La Marta trail.
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recommendations
- The path has a medium difficulty, since it is long and resistance is needed, but with time and patience it can be achieved for beginners.
- We recommend you to wear warm clothes since in the mountains the cold is already beginning to be felt.
- Wear comfortable and waterproof shoes.
- You can bring food and drinks to hydrate yourself, but always remember to pick up your trash and respect nature.
- The trail is usually bear trail. Remember that you are the visitor in their house, so stay cautious and stay away in case of sightings. Do not follow them to take pictures.
- You can stay in the town of San Antonio de las Alazanas or camp in the area.
- Although the path is covered by pine trees and there is not usually much sun exposure, it is advisable to use sunscreen due to the glare.
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