From the main viewpoint at the summit of Cerro de La Ventana, the view extends across the entire Valle de Traslasierra. Los Hornillos combines this scenic highlight with the La Tejendera hiking trail, a reserve for native biodiversity, Balneario Comechingones on the river, and annual patron saint celebrations. Views, trails and local culture offer different reasons to choose the destination.
Getting There
Los Hornillos is directly accessible via RP 5; continue to Las Rabonas via RP 14. The starting point of the trail to Cerro de La Ventana is on RP 14 in Los Hornillos. From the main road, Camino a la Ventana leads there after approximately one kilometer; free parking is available at the trailhead. The distance of around one kilometer refers to the access road from the main road to the starting point. Coata buses also serve Los Hornillos. If you travel by bus, confirm the service locally before departure.
Nature, trails and other destinations
La Tejendera is a hiking trail in Los Hornillos. The native biodiversity reserve is considered a retreat for nature and relaxation. Balneario Comechingones lies at the foot of the Sierras beside the Las Chacras River. Other visitor attractions in Los Hornillos include La Piedra Encajada and Nuestro Moai.
Culture and food
Every October, Los Hornillos holds patron saint celebrations in honor of Santa Teresita del Niño Jesús. If you are planning your trip around this occasion, check the event dates in advance. At Paso Ancho in Los Hornillos, the offerings include craft-brewed beer, tastings and sales to the public; confirm current visiting arrangements before you go.
In the wider destination of Departamento San Javier
The wider destination of Departamento San Javier also includes attractions in San Javier y Yacanto and La Población. In San Javier y Yacanto, a historical cultural tour leads to notable places, cultural venues and buildings in a variety of architectural styles. The Catholic Iglesia San Francisco Javier was inaugurated in 1922; the PulperÃa La Merced preserves the character of old-fashioned general stores. Three wineries in San Javier y Yacanto can be visited and offer tastings of their varietal wines. Studios and shops in San Javier y Yacanto offer sculptures, paintings, ceramics, handwoven clothing, wood crafts and silver jewelry.
Taller de Rafael Barragán in La Población features unique goldsmith work with simple lines. La Población offers hikes of varying difficulty. Planeta Sierra offers various suggestions for outdoor activities there. The Sendero Aguas Amarillas in La Población has a low technical difficulty, a moderate exertion level and an approximate duration of two hours and twenty minutes. These ratings distinguish technical difficulty from exertion level; check trail conditions before setting out.
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