With an extension of 24 meters long and a height that impresses even the bravest.
News Colombia.
Just three hours from Bogotá, in the heart of Tequendama, is Viotá, a municipality in Cundinamarca that has become a new benchmark for adventure tourism in the country. This destination, traditionally agricultural and coffee growing, today captures the attention of thousands of visitors thanks to one of its most recent attractions: the longest glass bridge in Colombia, an imposing structure that offers unique panoramic views between mountains, rivers and coffee plantations.
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The bridge is located in the La Granja de Filemón tourist complex, an ecological space that integrates nature, rest and adrenaline. With an extension of 24 meters long and a height that impresses even the bravest, the tempered glass structure allows you to literally walk “on the void”, observing through the transparent floor the landscape of the canyon and the vegetation of the Tequendama. In addition, the site has a viewpoint and a 12-meter extreme swing, ideal for those seeking experiences full of vertigo and excitement.
Beyond the visual spectacle, this work represents an economic boost for Viotá and its inhabitants. The municipality, located 1,423 meters above sea level, has managed to diversify its economy thanks to ecological and adventure tourism, attracting both national and foreign travelers. Restaurants, rural inns and local guides have benefited from the constant flow of visitors, generating new sources of income for the community.
The Viotá glass bridge has also become a symbol of sustainability and responsible tourism. Its construction respected the surrounding ecosystems, and the entry of visitors is regulated to avoid negative environmental impacts. Tourists can complement their visit with tours along natural trails, bird watching and coffee routes, where the cultural and agricultural value of the territory can be appreciated.
Viotá is not only adventure, it is also history. The municipality, founded in the 19th century, was one of the main centers of the agrarian movement in Colombia and keeps its peasant heritage alive. Today it combines that traditional identity with a modern vision of development, in which green tourism stands as an engine of progress and local pride.
With its new glass bridge, Viotá consolidates itself as one of the most striking destinations near Bogotá. The mix between nature, emotion and hospitality makes it a mandatory stop for those looking to disconnect from the urban noise and live a different experience. Without a doubt, this small municipality of Tequendama is demonstrating that greatness can also be measured in meters of glass suspended above the air.
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