Jalcomulco

Secretaría de Turismo del Estado de Veracruz

Jalcomulco, Veracruz

The paradise of water and adventure

Explore Jalcomulco: nature, culture and emotion in every corner Subtitle: Live the strength of the river and the calm of the Veracruzan land


Nestled in the central area of Veracruz, on the banks of the majestic Huitzilapan River - also called Río de los Pescados - it is a destination where nature, history and culture are intertwined in the same channel.

Jalcomulco, from the Nahuatl "Xalkomolko", "en el rincón de la arena", evokes its ancestral origin as a community of fishermen and peasants.

Those who enter their surroundings discover archaeological remains that confirm their Mesoamerican heritage: ancient mounds and the memory of the patolli, a pre-Hispanic game that was imposed in the territories conquered by the Triple Alliance.

Walking through its quiet streets and letting yourself be embraced by the hospitality of its people is to enter a living identity that combines indigenous roots, colonial traditions and contemporary expressions.

Today, Jalcomulco is internationally recognized as one of the best adventure destinations in Mexico.

Its class III and IV rapids have made it a paradise for rafting and kayaking, but it also offers mountain biking, water trekking, rappelling and exciting panoramic zip lines.

The experience does not end in adrenaline: the natural wealth of the municipality unfolds jungles, ravines, mango orchards and sugar cane fields, perfect scenarios to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with the earth.

Here, the contemplation of the landscape joins the intensity of extreme sports, and each visit is transformed into an unforgettable experience.

To close the trip, Jalcomulco also conquers by the palate, with traditional flavors that accompany the warmth of its people.

Jalcomulco is not just a destination: it is the encounter with the strength of the river, the magic of the jungle and the essence of Veracruz at its best.


Come, dare to sail here in Jalcomulco, Veracruz!

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