How to drive the wild road to Cerro de la Viga in the Sierra Madre Oriental?

Cerro de la Viga is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3.556m (11,666ft) above sea level, located in the Mexican state of Coahuila. It’s one of the highest roads in the country.

How to drive the wild road to Cerro de la Viga in the Sierra Madre Oriental?

Where is Cerro de la Viga?

The peak is located in the Sierra Madre Oriental range, in the northeastern part of the country. La Viga is the highest mountain in the state of Coahuila, so be aware of rapidly changing conditions in any season. The summit offers spectacular views of the Sierra Madre Oriental.

Is the road to Cerro de la Viga unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It's called Camino Antiguo a La Viga. A 4x4 vehicle is required. The road can be dangerous during winter due to common snowfalls and mudslides in the rainy seasons (over 1400m of road height).

How long is the road to Cerro de la Viga?

Starting from Puerto de Maravillas, the road is 10 km (6.21 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 909 m and the average gradient is 9.09%.
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