Day 4 Afternoon: Drive south to Tesquisquiapan, Querétaro
Point F – Tesquisquiapan in the state of Querétaro.
There is a Tesquisquiapan in SLP and another Tesquisquiapan in the state of Querétaro also.
Not to be confused with Tesquisquiapan in the state of San Luis Potosi.
This Tesquisquiapan is another beautiful Pueblo Magico known for the pleasant climate, thermal hot springs, plus wine and handcrafted cheese. The town was founded in 1551.
When searching for a place to stay, be sure to type in Tesquisquiapan Querétaro.
The town’s main square called Plaza de Miguel Hidalgo.
The landmark pink sandstone church, Santa María de la Asunción Temple, flanks one side of the plaza.
There are sandstone arches on another side.
Behind which are a number of restaurants and cafés that are pet-friendly with outdoor dining areas.
You will also find a selection of art galleries and shops selling candies, silver, and handicrafts made by the locals.
Tequisquiapan is part of Querétaro’s Ruta de Vino (Wine Route).
This town holds a wine and cheese fair every year. The event takes place in late May and early June for 3 weekends only.
More information can be found here: Wine and Cheese Festival
Myself, two Mexico rescue dogs, and a friend will cross the Columbia Bridge on March 20 and spend the first night at the Los Palmas! Then onto Puebla, Villahermosa and the yucatan.I am returning after a five year stay in Texas after 10 years 2008-2018. My lovely wife lost her battle to cancer 7 months ago. I can’t think of a better place to heal than wonderful Mexico. Loved your trip from columbia to Matahuala.
Hola Harry!
I am so sorry to hear about your wife. Happy to read you are taking time for yourself to heal. I think taking a trip to Mexico is a splendid idea! Something to plan and look forward to. I hope you and your dogs are able to explore the places I recommended around Matehuala (especially Real de Catorce).
Thank you for stopping by and dropping a note. =8-)
Safe Travels!
I crossed today at this same bridge from the US with my dog. As soon as I entered the building with my dog on leash, a security official told me in Spanish that dogs weren’t allowed inside and pointed to a sign on the door saying so. I unfortunately had to leave my dog in the car in the middle of the day but the whole process took about a half hour and I rushed out every 5 minutes to check on the dog which was fine. The dog was in the car with me during the inspection and they… Read more »
Thank you Rachel for the update!
Things have changed since since 2020 and I appreciate you taking the time to let us know. =8-)
Hi and thank you for your post and documenting your Laredo border crossing experience. I had a question for you I hope you can help and answer. I am about to make the trip because I’m moving to Mexico with my dog. Did you travel with crates for your dogs for crossing the border inspection? Or did you just had them on a leash inside the car? I’m worried of how much space the crates take between our luggage and the size of the car.
Hi Charlie! How wonderful you are moving the Mexico! I totally understand about having enough space in the car! No need to have a crate when driving across the border with a dog. We took our dogs inside with us when we were getting our VISA and TIP. No one said a word other than “cute dogs”. When it came to inspecting inside the car, our dogs were in the backseat with their seat belts on. No one asked about the dogs or paperwork for them. They were more concerned about paperwork for us and for the car. =8-) Safe… Read more »
Thank you for your quick answer. this gives me so much peace of mind, worst case they send me back to get one in Laredo and I can try again.