Municipality home to the Piedra del Peñol, a 220 m monolith with 659 steps, and the Peñol-Guatapé reservoir. Official sites of interest also include the Viejo Peñol replica and cross and the Piedra del Marial pilgrimage site.
- Piedra del Peñol
- Réplica del Viejo Peñol
- Cruz del Viejo Peñol
- Embalse Peñol-Guatapé
- Piedra del Marial
Why we listed it
Listed by Medellín CVB: Guatapé and El Peñol featured together, Piedra del Peñol described as an iconic landscape with panoramic views. Listed by Medellín CVB: Private Peñol and Guatapé tour offered in Spanish or English.
Last checked: 2 Oct 2026
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Réplica del Viejo Peñol
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Listed by Medellín CVB: Visit to the replica of Viejo Peñol is part of the tour.
Last checked: 2 Oct 2026Source: Medellín CVB
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Why we listed it
Listed by Lonely Planet: 200 m monolith, 360-degree views, 740-step staircase, snack bars at summit. Listed by Medellín CVB: About 220 m, 702 stairs, near-360-degree view.
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