Visit Abejorral, Antioquia, and discover the house in the air

@lacasa_enelaire 📷

Traveling through Antioquia is the best plan you can have if you’re visiting Medellín. Whether you’re here on a business trip or have a scheduled tourist itinerary, you can’t miss a journey through the nearby municipalities.

We’ve already talked about other places near Medellín like Guatapé or Jardín Antioquia. This time, we’ll discuss La Casa en el Aire (The House in the Air), one of the tourist attractions in the municipality of Abejorral, in eastern Antioquia.

We know sometimes there isn’t much time to leave the city, but Abejorral is located right in the central mountain range, just 2 and a half hours from Medellín.

Discover Abejorral, Antioquia

Park of Abejorral, Antioquia – Source: Wikipedia

Abejorral is a municipality located in the eastern subregion of Antioquia, Colombia. It’s largely a rural territory. Its main town is 86 kilometers from Medellín, the capital of Antioquia, and 64 kilometers from José María Córdova International Airport.

Abejorral is known as “The Land of a Hundred Lords” due to the large number of influential men and women who played significant roles in the country’s development since the Antioquian colonization.

Saturday is market day, the perfect opportunity to experience a traditional Antioquian day. Farmers sell produce grown on their farms for local and regional markets. You can buy many high-quality, low-cost agricultural products. The primary economic driver is coffee, followed by avocado and milk. From its rich rural culture to its stunning landscapes, Abejorral boasts all the characteristics of a valuable historic center with a colonial style that blends Spanish tradition.

How to get to Abejorral from Medellín

Abejorral is just 86 kilometers from Medellín, and you can access it via several routes, making it quite easy to get there.

1. Travel from Medellín to La Ceja: Take the Las Palmas road, the same road that leads to the airport in Rionegro.
2. Head towards La Fe dam: You’ll pass a toll booth and then arrive at La Ceja.
3. Then take the road to Abejorral.

The roads you’ll find along the mountain range offer surprising landscapes with obligatory photo stops and varied gastronomy, turning a simple car trip into an unforgettable journey.

What to do in Abejorral, Antioquia

Among the places to visit in Abejorral, you’ll find some declared as sites of cultural interest, such as the Nuestra Señora del Carmen Parish. However, if adventure tourism is your preference, this is the best offer:

• Descend the Salto del Buey waterfall.
• Hike along walking trails.
• Enjoy the landscape in the forest.
• Go canopying.
• Take a historical night tour.
• And our top recommendation, La Casa en el Aire (The House in the Air).

Aero Hostal La Casa en el Aire

Calling themselves an “Aero Hostal,” La Casa en el Aire is not just a place to stay; it’s an experience that defies gravity. It’s a rustic and simple hostel with views of the Andes mountain range, located in a wooden building built into a cliff on Cerro San Vicente, accessible only by climbing a trail.

Aero hostal casa en el aire en Abejorral Antioquia @lacasa_enelaire – @flaxlino 📷

Reaching it might be a challenge, but the rewards are incomparable.

After arriving at the municipality of Abejorral, you’ll need to take an unpaved, narrow road that can be muddy in winter. For this, you can rent our SUVs, which are prepared for Antioquia’s most demanding roads.

Note: There are no landmarks on the road, so we recommend staying in constant communication with the hostel staff.

This is where the adventure begins.

After reaching the meeting point, you’ll need to hike for approximately 30 minutes to a zip line. Along the way, you’ll appreciate the landscapes and get to know the local people.

Tips for traveling to Aero Hostal La Casa en el Aire

• Bring warm clothes. The average temperature is around 17∘C (63∘F).
• Bring sunscreen. The mountain sun tends to be much stronger on the skin due to humidity.
• Bring insect repellent if you’re allergic to mosquitoes.
• Don’t bring too much luggage or unnecessary items. Access is on foot, and the trek takes approximately 30 minutes.
• Carry cash. It’s much easier and more convenient when paying at local businesses.

Do you have more questions? Visit @lacasa_enelaire on Instagram.