Xicotepec

About

Xicotepec is one of the 217 municipalities that make up the Mexican state of Puebla in central-eastern Mexico. It is located within the Sierra Norte de Puebla and belongs to the first region of the state. Its head is the city of Xicotepec de Juárez, which has been recognized by the Mexico's Secretary of Tourism as one of the 121 pueblos mágicos in the country since 2012.

What to expect

Size

Small city

Altitude

Moderate altitude

Accessibility

Close to Pachuca (95 km)

Best for

Weekend getaway

Local tips

• Cash recommended — many local vendors don't accept cards
• Comfortable shoes essential — cobblestone streets
• Try local artisan crafts — each town has regional specialties
• Ask locals for off-the-path recommendations
• Respect local customs, especially at religious sites
• Mornings are best for photos and fewer crowds

Regional cuisine