Cyclists looking for a pleasant ride through the Etla Valley west and north of Monte Alban should consider this route, which features a nice mix of paved and gravel roads and some good hill climbs. This outing is rated moderate to difficult on account of the length and some serious uphill segments. The round trip distance amounts to 38.4 miles (62 kms) with a vertical gain of 1035 feet (315 meters) going over the ridge of hills separating San Felipe Tejalápam and Santo Tomas Mazaltepec. Highest point on the trail: 6111 feet (1863 meters). The scenery along the way makes the effort worthwhile, though. Total ride time should be about six hours, including a thirty-minute lunch stop.
