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Mirador Potrero Cerrado

Posted on December 21, 2024August 9, 2024 by Ultimate Guide

About: This viewpoint is right on the side of the main road going up to Irazu Volcano. It is right past the turn off for the Carlos Duran Sanatorium and the Prusia Sector of Irazu Volcano National Park. It has views of the Cartago Valley as well as the sanatorium. It is a great place to stop, take pictures, and stretch your legs when going up or down the mountain. There are street vendors who sell food and souvenirs. There is parking, though on weekends and holidays it can get crowded.

Province: Cartago

Starting from: Downtown Cartago

Time to reach from starting location: 24 minutes

Time needed for activity: as much as you want

Kid friendly: Yes

Wheelchair accessible: Yes

What to wear and bring: Comfortable, warm clothes, walking or hiking shoes, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, sunglasses, camera, water, snacks

Tips: It is a popular place to watch the sunset but can get very cold so dress warmly.

Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mDtxuDujnqsc2uA49

Website: None

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