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Antigua Guatemala
A UNESCO colonial city framed by volcanoes, filled with cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and stunning ruined churches.
15 km · about 30 min drive
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Chimaltenango
Chimaltenango, Guatemala · North America
About Chimaltenango
Chimaltenango is worth a stop: 5 minutes from El Tejar, 38km from Lake Atitlan.
Chimaltenango is in Guatemala, with about 97,000 people. The nearest town is El Tejar, about 4 km away.
Chimaltenango is a city in Guatemala with a population of 96,985 (2018 census). It serves as both the capital of the department of Chimaltenango and the municipal seat for the surrounding municipality of the same name. Chimaltenango stands some 56 kilometres (35 mi) west of Guatemala City, on the Pan-American Highway.Read more
The municipal capital produces textiles and pottery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Chimaltenango?
Within an hour or so of Chimaltenango: Antigua Guatemala (15 km), Acatenango (19 km), Lake Atitlan (38 km), Pacaya Volcano (39 km).
Are there any good drives near Chimaltenango?
The nearest famous roads are Ruta de las Flores.
Where is Chimaltenango?
Chimaltenango is in Chimaltenango, Guatemala, about 4 km from El Tejar.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 96,985
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- Guatemala
- Region
- Chimaltenango
- Timezone
- America/Guatemala
- Coordinates
- 14.6588, -90.8216
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Worth the detour from Chimaltenango
6 notable places within an hour's drive.
scenic viewpoint
Acatenango
A 3,976 m stratovolcano near Antigua climbed overnight so hikers can camp on the ridge and watch neighbouring Volcán de Fuego erupt through the night: one of the most reliable live-eruption views on earth.
19 km · about 20 min drive
natural wonder
Lake Atitlan
A breathtaking volcanic lake surrounded by three towering volcanoes and traditional Mayan villages, often called the most beautiful lake in the world.
38 km · about 45 min drive
natural wonder
Pacaya Volcano
An active volcano near Antigua Guatemala where hikers can roast marshmallows on volcanic vents and see glowing lava flows.
39 km · about 45 min drive
landmark
Chichicastenango Market
Central America's largest indigenous market held every Thursday and Sunday, overflowing with textiles, masks, flowers, and Maya rituals.
44 km · about 50 min drive
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San Pedro La Laguna
A backpacker and artist hub on Lake Atitlán's shores beneath San Pedro Volcano, known for Spanish schools and Tz'utujil Maya culture.
48 km · about 55 min drive
Driving roads near Chimaltenango
- 19 kmAcatenangoA 3,976 m stratovolcano near Antigua climbed overnight so hikers can camp on the ridge and watch neighbouring Volcán de Fuego erupt through the night: one of the most reliable live-eruption views on earth.
When to drive here
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
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