Cascada Velo de Novia
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How to get to Cascada Velo de Novia

Practical guide with routes from Mexico City, Toluca and Valle de Bravo, where to park in San Lorenzo and how to reach the lookout of the ~35 m waterfall.

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Location

Where is Cascada Velo de Novia

Address
Manzana 025, San Lorenzo,
51200 Valle de Bravo,
State of Mexico, Mexico
Plus Code: 5V75+J4 · Coordinates: 19.16409, -100.44700
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The waterfall is in the locality of San Lorenzo, south of the reservoir, within the Parque Velo de Novia. From the center of Valle de Bravo it takes about 20 minutes by car following the exit to Avándaro and the park signs.

From Mexico City

Take the Mexico–Toluca highway and continue toward Valle de Bravo. The drive takes approximately 2 h 15 min – 2 h 45 min depending on traffic. Once in town, pass through the center and head to Avándaro / San Lorenzo.

From Toluca

From the capital of the State of Mexico the trip is shorter: about 1 h 30 min – 2 h on the road to Valle de Bravo. It is the fastest option if you are coming from western Mexico.

Getting around

Public transport & local access

  • Intercity bus: there are bus lines from Mexico City and Toluca to Valle de Bravo; the terminal is in town.
  • Taxi or colectivo: from Valle de Bravo you can take a taxi or shared van to San Lorenzo. The last stretch to the park entrance is usually on foot.
  • Parking: a guarded area next to the Parque Velo de Novia entrance, ~50 MXN per day. On weekends it fills up early.
  • Signage: follow the “Parque Velo de Novia” signs from the Avándaro exit. Bring an offline map, as cell signal is patchy inside the park.

The road to the parking lot is passable by regular car; the final stretch is rural with moderate slopes. A 4x4 is not required to reach the entrance, but closed, non-slip footwear is needed for the trail.

On the map

Coordinates & map of Cascada Velo de Novia

The exact coordinates of the lookout are 19.16409, -100.44700 (Plus Code 5V75+J4, Valle de Bravo). Use them in your browser or maps app to arrive without relying on signal inside the park.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions about getting there

How do I get to Cascada Velo de Novia from Mexico City?

Take the Mexico–Toluca highway and continue toward Valle de Bravo; the drive is about 2 h 30 min. From the center of Valle de Bravo head to Avándaro and San Lorenzo in the Parque Velo de Novia area; it is about 20 more minutes to the entrance parking.

Is there public transport to the waterfall?

Yes. You can take a bus from Mexico City or Toluca to Valle de Bravo and, from town, a taxi or a colectivo to San Lorenzo. The last stretch to the park entrance is usually on foot or by hired vehicle.

Where do I park and how much does it cost?

There is a guarded parking area next to the Parque Velo de Novia entrance. The approximate cost is 50 MXN per day; on weekends and holidays it fills up early, so it is best to arrive in the morning.

Can I visit the waterfall without a car?

It is possible by combining a bus to Valle de Bravo and a taxi or colectivo to San Lorenzo. However, local transport is limited and return times are not always frequent, so you have more flexibility if you travel by car or hire transport.

Is the road suitable for any vehicle?

The road to the entrance parking is passable by regular car; the final stretch is rural with moderate slopes. A 4x4 is not needed to reach the entrance, but closed, non-slip footwear is needed for the trail.

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