Los Aposentos: A Tranquil Lakeside Escape
Discover Los Aposentos in Chimaltenango: a peaceful park with lakes and springs, perfect for a relaxing escape into nature's beauty.
Los Aposentos is a charming park near Chimaltenango, Guatemala, featuring natural springs, two small lakes, and wooded areas, offering a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking relaxation and connection with nature. Once part of the Finca La Alameda, it gained national park status in 1955 and is fondly known as 'El Lago de los Cisnes' (Swan Lake).
A brief summary to Los Aposentos
- Pan-American Highway 13-14, Chimaltenango, GT
- +50279616363
- Monday 7 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-6 pm
- Thursday 7 am-6 pm
- Friday 7 am-6 pm
- Saturday 7 am-6 pm
- Sunday 7 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Bring comfortable shoes for walking the trails around the park and lake.
- Pack sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent for protection against the sun and bugs.
- If you plan to swim, bring your swimsuit and a towel.
- Consider bringing bread crumbs to feed the ducks, but only in small amounts.
Getting There
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Driving
Los Aposentos is located off the Pan-American Highway (CA-1). From Chimaltenango, head south on the highway. Near kilometer 55, turn left onto Avenida La Alameda. Continue for approximately 2 kilometers; the entrance to Los Aposentos will be on your right. Parking is available at the park for a fee of Q5.
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Public Transport
From Chimaltenango, you can take a local bus ('chicken bus') or a taxi towards Los Aposentos. Buses leave from the Chimaltenango market area. Ask the driver to drop you off at the entrance to Los Aposentos on Avenida La Alameda. From there, it is a short walk to the park entrance. Bus fare is around Q5-Q10. A taxi from Chimaltenango to Los Aposentos will cost approximately Q40-Q60.
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