If you are an athlete and a lover of the mountains, you should not miss the Pueblos Mágicos Trail Series that will have its starting line in Villa del Carbón, State of Mexico.
From the asphalt to the mountain
Ready, Set, Go!
There is no better scenario than Villa del Carbon to practice trail. This type of sport leaves the asphalt behind to run on trails and cross the mountains. It is the ideal practice to get out of the chair, get closer to nature and, at a fast pace, play sports.
Although trail running is not a new sport, it has gained a lot of strength in recent years. It is said that the first time it was run in this way was in 1904 in San Francisco, California in the United States. Thanks to the fact that athletics became popular in the last decade in search of a healthier life, trail running appeared in Mexico. Going to the mountains and running on it gradually became more frequent.
Today there are many asphalt runners who want to practice trail running and in those discoveries they have left the cities to approach the surrounding towns to take advantage of their nature and the trails to do it. If you are a restless runner in search of trail settings, you should not miss those of Villa del Carbon!
Trail Series Magic Towns 2023
On March 19 will be the first of four trail races of the Trail Series Pueblos Mágicos this year, to the delight of the participants and the cheer, it will be the municipality of State of Mexico, Villa del Carbon, the venue for this first meeting. Also participating in this edition are: Tepotzotlan, Malinalco and a fourth Magical Town to be revealed later. The dates on which the four sporting events will take place are:
The first edition will start and finish at the Municipal Palace of Villa del Carbón; there will be distances of 6, 12 and 21 kilometers. Registration, which costs $999, $1,099 and $1,199 depending on the distance, is for the entire series, that is, the four races. If you only want to participate in this event, the cost is $399, $449 and $499 in the distances 6, 12 and 21K respectively.
The participation of 500 runners is expected for the male and youth branches in the youth, free, master and veteran categories. The runner’s package includes a jersey, number, medal, and medical, hydration, and wardrobe services during the event. There will also be prizes for the first places in each category at the end of the event.
Rancho San Miguel, your accommodation in Villa
San Miguel Ranch It is a perfect place to visit when you come to this Magical Town. There are cabins to rest in the best possible way, who does not dream of going to one of these wooden houses surrounded by nature?
Two hours from Mexico City is the San Miguel Ranch, in La Cañada, which belongs to Villa del Carbón, Magic Town of the State of Mexico. There, very close to attractions such as the Cascada de la Cañada, the ranch is located, surrounded by a wooded environment that allows its visitors to enjoy trails and activities such as hiking and mountain biking. So you can arrive early, rest, and even train on the surrounding trails for your run.
Whether you choose a cabin (for two or up to seven people) or prefer to camp in the middle of nature, at the ranch you can enjoy a stay in a different and special way.
Jose Angel Araujo Runner, dog lover and passionate about food. I write about food, travel and lifestyle. My love affair with food began when I was just a child, watching my mom fly around the kitchen like a hummingbird. I love trips that leave me with a happy heart, and a few extra pounds.