Nature, tradition, identity
Eje Cafetero, Land of Coffee, Culture, and Landscapes
Coffee region of Colombia, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its exceptional Coffee Cultural Landscape. Mountains, colorful towns, and living culture come together in a unique setting that reflects the history, identity, and coffee-growing tradition of an entire nation.
Heritage Coffee
Living Landscape
Charming Towns
Coffee Culture
Travel to the cultural and natural heart of Colombia
Authentic Colombia
In the heart of Colombia lies a region renowned for its coffee plantations, colorful architecture, and unique biodiversity. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this land offers an authentic experience of mountains, tradition, and flavor.
Exploring its towns, enjoying tours of coffee farms, and connecting with rural life is ideal for those seeking sustainable and cultural tourism. Here, every corner blends history, nature, and hospitality at its finest.
In addition to its cultural richness, this region is a paradise for nature and photography lovers. Ecological trails, natural reserves, birdwatching, and mountain landscapes offer ideal activities for those seeking authentic, sustainable, and memorable experiences in Colombia.
Travel to the cultural and natural heart of Colombia
Authentic Colombia
The gastronomy of the Coffee Axis reflects the region’s cultural and agricultural diversity. Dishes such as bandeja paisa, trifásico sancocho, beans with pork rind, and tamales empanadas de maíz pelao , and tamales son solo algunas de las delicias que se pueden disfrutar en fondas, plazas y cocinas tradicionales. Todo, por supuesto, acompañado de una buena taza de café de origen cultivado en las montañas cercanas.
In municipalities such as Salamina (Caldas), Marsella (Risaralda), Filandia (Quindío), and Sevilla (Valle del Cauca), you will find restaurants, specialty coffee shops, artisan product stores, and local markets where the authentic flavor of the Colombian countryside is preserved. Each subregion contributes its own culinary variations, united by the warmth of its people and respect for tradition.
What to do in the Eje Cafetero?
🌴 Cocora Valley (Quindío) – Hikes among wax palms, the national symbol.
🏛️ Salamina (Caldas) – Heritage town with republican architecture and a strong coffee tradition.
🌄 Marsella (Risaralda) – Colorful architecture, coffee plantations, and a focus on sustainability.
🎼 Aguadas (Caldas) – Heritage town known for its hats and traditional music.
🌸 Quindío Botanical Garden (Calarcá) – Biodiversity, butterfly garden, and ecological trails.
🎢 Coffee Park (Montenegro) – Coffee culture and family fun, with mechanical attractions.
🏞️ Sevilla (Valle del Cauca) – Balcony of the Valley with spectacular coffee landscapes.
🌲 Otún Quimbaya Flora and Fauna Sanctuary (Risaralda) – Birdwatching and hiking.
