Urban Trail and Horco Molle

Description:

This route connects the center of San Miguel de Tucumán with Yerba Buena and accesses the Tucuman Yungas. It is a route that offers a combination of urban, cultural and natural landscape, allowing you to appreciate both the historical heritage and the natural beauty of the province. The circuit has been designed to prioritize the safety of cyclists, avoiding avenues and areas of fast traffic.

Features of the route:

Elevation: 278 m

Minimum altitude: 404 m

Maximum altitude: 721 m

Approximate duration:

One way: 1 hour 20 minutes

Return: 40 minutes

Total: 2 hours

Distance: 35 km (17.5 km round trip)

Start and end point: Plaza Independencia, San Miguel de Tucumán

Start point coordinates: 5Q9W+H5, San Miguel de Tucumán, Tucumán

Emergency phone number: 107

Tourist attractions:

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Incarnation

Casa Padilla Museum

Tucumán Government House

Tucumán Tourism Board

Bicentennial Monument

Horco Molle Botanical Garden

Horco Molle Experimental Reserve

Distinctive features of the trail:

The route has a moderate slope. The Horco Molle area has trails of different technical levels, some of which are not signposted and are not recommended for inexperienced cyclists.

Equipment and services:

Food: Bars and restaurants on Perón Ave and in Yerba Buena are designed for cyclists.

Craft Cafe Bar (5PX2+H3 Yerba Buena, Tucumán)

Open Plaza (5PX5+8X Yerba Buena, Tucumán)

Transport: Accessible by bus and taxi.

Accommodation: Not available directly on the route.

Tourist information: Ente Tucumán Turismo, in Plaza Independencia.

Marketing: ATMs and banks on San Martín St.

Access and environment:

Type of environment to travel through:

Summer: Hot and humid

Winter: Cold and dry

Suitable season for the visit: All year round

Difficulty: Moderate (experience is recommended for some sections)

Nature reserve: Yes, the route includes the Horco Molle Nature Reserve.

Security:

Emergencies: Contact the number 107.

Precautions: It is advisable to avoid transit on Mate de Luna Ave and create a bike path connecting the capital with Yerba Buena.

Services in the vicinity:

Picnic areas: 1880 Perón Ave, Yerba Buena

Trash bins: Available at various points along the route (Perón Ave, Avellaneda Park, etc.)

Hydration stations: In front of the last roundabout on the Horco Molle path.

Tourist information: Plaza Independencia, San Miguel de Tucumán

This circuit combines urban and natural elements, making it ideal for those looking to enjoy an accessible and culturally enriching tour.

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