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LEGENDARY WINEMAKING TRADITION
A historic city with over 400 years of tradition, founded by the Juitas in the late 16th century, it is considered "The Oasis of Coahuila" due to its springs and abundant groves.
It was the first city in northern Mexico to be named a Magical Town and offers its visitors excellent hotels and restaurants, as well as a beautiful golf course.
Walking through its streets, you can enjoy its peaceful atmosphere and its historic buildings. It is a true oasis with boulevards, parks, courtyards, vineyards, cypresses, and walnut trees throughout the city. You can experience its history through a tour of its beautiful buildings.
The city is home to important textile factories and renowned wine-producing companies. Its winemaking tradition dates back to the arrival of the Spanish, when the friars who arrived with the gold seekers found fertile land suitable for vine cultivation.
Among its traditions, the most important is the Grape and Wine Fair, which takes place for 10 days, from August 5th to 14th, with all kinds of celebrations. One of the important venues is Casa Madero.
Parras de la Fuente
On the night before the fair begins, a mass is celebrated at the Church of San Lorenzo, and the lights are turned off to witness a breathtaking spectacle, as the matachines descend from Cerro de la Cruz with lit torches, concluding the show with pre-Hispanic dances. In the following days, there are celebrations with the traditional grape stomping, cultural events, and tastings of brandy and wines, along with savoring the delicious regional snacks.
It has modern tourist infrastructure with several hotels that offer options for all budgets, pleasant restaurants, experienced tour operators, and a beautiful golf course.
The climate is semi-dry and temperate, with an average annual temperature between 14 and 18°C. Rainfall is low, and in summer temperatures can reach up to 27°C, while in winter they can drop to 10°C.
It is located 148 km (1.5 hours) from Saltillo, 159 km (2 hours) from Torreón, and 228 km (2 hours and 45 minutes) from Monterrey.
The best vineyards in Parras de la Fuente
Casa Madero
At the end of the 16th century, the first wine cellars in America were established here, and it currently serves as the official headquarters of Casa Madero, producer of Parras' most famous wines. These lands were granted to Don Lorenzo García by the King of Spain, Felipe III, and were used for growing vineyards for wine and brandy production. Later, during the reign of Maximilian, the winery came under the control of the French until it was acquired by the grandfather of President Francisco I. Madero.
In this hacienda, the Chapel of San Lorenzo is still preserved, which, although austere, has retained the style of colonial-era chapels. The wineries that can be visited today comprise buildings from the viceregal era and the 19th to 21st centuries, with beautiful gardens between each one. Some have been adapted as hotels and event spaces. When visiting the facilities, you can learn about its long history.
Additionally, you can visit the Wine Museum, where you can admire ancient barrels and equipment used in winemaking, stroll through the vineyards, and, of course, indulge in exquisite wine.
Opening hours: Daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Hacienda del Rosario
If you are interested in the history of Francisco I. Madero, you can visit the former Hacienda del Rosario, which is where he was born. This hacienda has cultivated a variety of grapes, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Chardonnay, and Chenin Blanc, among others, in addition to incorporating innovative technology for the production of high-quality wines.
Bodegas Segovia Fuantos
Just in front of the Alameda in the center of Parras, you will find Bodegas Segovia Fuantos, which, although it has maintained small-scale production, can be visited to taste its wines, as well as its preserves, campechanas, dulces de leche y nuez (milk and nut sweets), and preserves of figs, apricots, peaches, and quince.
Rivero González
There are other wineries like Rivero González, where you can take tours of the vineyards and tastings of their unique gourmet products, such as chocolate-coated candied nuts, quince paste with chili, and caramel with nuts, among other items.
Don Leo
It is another of the vineyards in Parras, located in Valle de Tunal at 2,100 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest vineyards in the world. These characteristics give their 12 labels a unique flavor.
La Hacienda del Marqués
It offers oenological tours with visits to the vineyards of Valle de Parras, as well as theoretical-practical courses and workshops for professionals. It also has a state-of-the-art winery, a shop, and a restaurant that offers tastings of its various products.
Hacienda de Perote
On the western edge of Parras, you will find Hacienda de Perote, which produces both wines and traditional sotol.
Vitivinícola Bodegas del Vesubio
It is the third-oldest winery in the Parras region, making it always interesting to visit and learn more about its history, in addition to tasting its delicious wines.
Barro Viejo
It is a winery established in Hacienda La Soledad, in one of the most spectacular landscapes in the area. It is worth visiting for the wine and its beautiful surroundings.
Vinos Parvada
It offers two red wines that pride themselves on offering unique flavors and experiences.
Viñedos Don Remigio
Its history began in 2010, and they have already been able to expand their label internationally.
Agrícola Santo Madero
Located 25 km east of the Magical Town, amidst the desert, it has been able to cultivate its vineyards, as well as some walnut groves.
What to See in Parras de la Fuente
Tourist Attractions in Parras de la Fuente
Casa de la Cultura (House of Culture)
Located a few blocks from the Main Square, it offers a small exhibition related to the life of Francisco I. Madero. It also has a room dedicated to another important historical figure from Coahuila, Venustiano Carranza.
Municipal Presidency
An elegant pink quarry building in neoclassical style that is a replica of the Government Palace of the State located in Saltillo. It features a splendid mural detailing the history of the place.
Parroquia de la Asunción de Santa María de Parras (Parish of the Assumption of Santa Maria de Parras)
It was built in 1648 and has undergone many modifications that have led to its current elegant neoclassical style.
Plaza del Reloj (Clock Plaza)
In front of the Parish of the Assumption, this square features a tower with clocks on all four sides. It was built in memory of the heroes of the Revolution. This square is the starting point for several city tours.
Plaza del Beso (The Kiss Plaza)
This is another square located behind the Parish of the Assumption. It is a pleasant corner with beautiful iron benches that invite you to dream.
Iglesia de San Ignacio de Loyola (Church of San Ignacio de Loyola)
This building is one of the oldest in Parras and was erected in 1607 as part of a Jesuit college. Inside, you can appreciate some 17th-century murals that were discovered during a restoration in 2013, as well as a beautiful baroque altarpiece, considered one of the most beautiful in the northern region of the country.
It also houses a small museum where ancient documents and religious objects are exhibited.
Aqueduct
Perhaps one of the icons of the city is its pleasant stone aqueduct, built in 1917. It is surrounded by lush walnut and oak trees and still carries a good flow of water.
Iglesia del Santo Madero (Church of Santo Madero)
Another symbol of Parras, it occupies the entire summit of Cerro de Sombreretillo, named for its resemblance to a hat. It is located right at the top of the hill, and from its balcony, you can enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of the entire city. One peculiarity is that when contemplating the city's panorama, you mainly see lush trees that partially obscure the beautiful buildings of Parras. To reach it, there is a spiral path about 500 meters long.
Museo de los Monos (Monkey Museum)
This Magical Town cannot fail to offer a unique place, and that is the Monkey Museum, where scarecrows created by its creator, José Cruz Hernández, are exhibited.
There are also "monkeys" that he made to attract people to his grocery store, which gradually grew his collection composed of figures made of paper, plastic, and wood with masks of well-known characters.
La Estrella
It is one of the oldest textile factories in America. And the chapel of Santo Madero, a work erected in 1868 at the top of Cerro del Sombreretillo.
What to Do in Parras de la Fuente
Select your Adventure in Coahuila
UNMISSABLE EXPERIENCES IN PARRAS DE LA FUENTE
Explore the La Lima Canyon or “El Negro”
Visit the Bat Cave
Explore the El Fuque Tunnel
Enjoy the water parks
Parras has three water parks with hot springs: Estanque de Zapata, Estanque de la Hacienda, and Estanque de la Luz, all fed by springs from the Sierra. These spas are fed by constantly flowing water from the springs in the Sierra. Estanque la Luz features a pool about 70 meters long by 70 meters wide and 3 meters deep and dates back to the 19th century. It has barbecue areas, playgrounds, and palapas.
Explore a Bat Cave
You can also visit the Cueva de los Murciélagos (Bat Cave), which is located behind the Antigua Hacienda de Perote, and if you visit at dusk, you can see the thousands of bats that inhabit the cave flying out to feed.
Discover an Impressive Natural Canyon
Another natural attraction near Parras is Cañón de la Lima, an excellent place for canyoning, exploring its walls that reach heights of up to 40 meters.
Explore Petroglyphs
About 60 km from the Magical Town, very close to San Rafael de los Milagros, there are impressive petroglyphs on hills in the middle of the desert. You can access them on foot or by bicycle.
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