Run or cycle the Parque Ecológico Revolución Mexicana
- Puebla, Mexico
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Parque Ecológico Revolución Mexicana, on Calle 24 Sur, is an easy place to run or cycle in Puebla: a cycle track with a running lane beside it, lagoons with pedal boats and a weekend zipline. Go early, before the track fills with families. Entry is free, and bikes and boats can be rented on site. Check the closing time at the gate, because published hours differ.
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Run or cycle the Parque Ecológico Revolución MexicanaParque Ecológico Revolución Mexicana, Calle 24 Sur, Puebla
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