Going for a walk or jogging is an activity that not only helps us to exercise, but also allows us to distract ourselves and forget about our worries for a while. That is why this time we will tell you where to run in CDMX. While you can do it in any park, street or forest, these places have options for you to complement your workout. Set your watch and let’s go.
1. Coyoacán’s Viveros de Coyoacán
This is a space full of trees and plants, which covers an area of 39 hectares. It has a track where you can walk, jog or run, as well as spaces for activities such as yoga. Although it is surrounded by major roads such as Universidad Avenue, the atmosphere is extremely quiet. Take the opportunity to relax in one of its corners.
📍Viveros de Coyoacán, Del Carmen neighborhood, Coyoacán mayor’s office.
🕛Monday to Sunday from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
2. Second section of Chapultepec
All of Chapultepec is a good option to exercise; however, there is a space that is very popular with runners. This is the Sope, a track located in the second section of the forest. There is a circuit of 1,200 and another of 850 meters. You can choose the one you want. There is also an open-air gymnasium nearby.
📍avenida de los Compositores, Circuito Correr es salud, second section of the Bosque de Chapultepec.
🕛Open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
3. Gandhi Circuit
Here you can exercise at any time of the day. The course is 2.5 kilometers long and the best part is that you can go with your pet. Just remember not to push them too hard.
📍Mahatma Gandhi corner with Rubén Dario, Polanco, first section of Bosque de Chapultepec.
🕛Open 24 hours a day
4. Ecological Park of Xochimilco
When checking where to run in CDMX we can discover that there are options in every corner. For example, this park has a 10-kilometer jogging path. You can run or walk. There are even options for biking. To complement your workout you can go to the outdoor gym.
📍Periférico Oriente S/N, colonia Ciénega Grande, alcaldía Xochimilco.
🕛Tuesday to Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
5. El Ocotal
If more than trails you are looking for a different experience, El Ocotal is for you. It is a forest very popular with runners. You will exercise surrounded by huge trees and away from the chaos of the city. It is located near La Venta, in Cuajimalpa.
📍Cuajimalpa City Hall