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Viewpoint · Atlixco, Puebla
Cerro de San Miguel
Hill in the center of Atlixco, with a staircase, the chapel of San Miguel at the top and a view of Popocatépetl.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Cerro de San Miguel
The Cerro de San Miguel rises just behind Atlixco’s center. A staircase and a path climb to the chapel of San Miguel Archangel at the top, from where you can see the whole town, the valley full of nurseries and, on clear days, Popocatépetl about 30 km away.
Halfway up is the old 16th-century Franciscan convent, with a church featuring a plateresque façade. On the slope there is also an open-air auditorium.
On the last Sunday of September, the hill hosts the Huey Atlixcáyotl, a festival of dances, music and food from the regions of Puebla, with groups from across the state.
From the top at sunset, the light on the volcano is the city’s most photographed scene.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
From one to one and a half hours.
Best time
Early in the morning, when the volcano is usually cloud-free, or late in the afternoon.
How to get there
From Atlixco’s zócalo, on foot via the staircase, about 20 minutes’ climb.
Tip
Climb early: clouds tend to cover the volcano during the day.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Cerro de San Miguel
What is at the top of Cerro de San Miguel?
The chapel of San Miguel Archangel and a viewpoint with views of the town and Popocatépetl.
How long does the ascent take?
About 20 minutes on foot, via stairs.
When is the Huey Atlixcáyotl?
The last Sunday of September, on Cerro de San Miguel.