Investment, culture and lots of fun. Discover here the reasons to live in Valle de Bravo and find your ideal home.
Valle de Bravo, in the State of Mexico, is one of the richest areas in culture, recreation and lifestyle outside of Mexico City, without having to travel long distances. Discover below 7 reasons to live in Valle de Bravo and find your ideal home.
Valle de Bravo, in the State of Mexico, is a city located 145 km from Mexico City. Classified as a "Magical Town" in 2005, this designation has given the area a special interest for Mexicans and foreign investors highly interested in buying a property here, either to live here all year round or just for a few weeks.
A little more than 2 hours away is what many recognize as a refuge from the Mexican capital. A place full of mysticism, culture and with a privileged climate, being temperate practically all year round. In Valle de Bravo you will find impressive luxury residences closer to the lake where the heat is higher, ideal for outdoor activities. On the other hand, in the developments located in the middle of the forest, the high treetops generate a greater freshness, perfect for working or just spending the days.
Living in Valle de Bravo means living in a city rich in history. Going through different names such as San Francisco del Valle de Temascaltepec or Temascaltepec de Indios, Villa del Valle and Real de Minas de Temascaltepec, by the first Franciscan friars. However, it was not until the times of independence that it was given the name of Valle de Bravo in honor of Nicolás Bravo and his work together with the inhabitants of the town in the defense of Chapultepec Castle during 1847
Valle de Bravo has become in the last decades a meeting point for people looking to get away from the hectic pace of the city, without having to travel long distances. It is possible to come and go from Valle de Bravo to the CDMX, or vice versa, in the same day, and this quality is fundamental for many of its new inhabitants.
During the pandemic caused by the health crisis in 2020 and 2021, many people chose to purchase a property where they could connect with nature, breathe much cleaner air and enjoy outdoor activities.
In Valle de Bravo you will find unbeatable real estate projects, developed with innovative architecture, the best quality materials in an unbeatable location.
A great example of this is the Rincón del Lago development, a property that brings together the best habitability features such as an innovative overall design, maximum use of space, terraces, swimming pool, high ceilings, ample natural light, high quality materials, garden and much more.
On the other hand, hidden in the middle of the forest is Rincón Villa del Valle, a private property with the latest technology in its construction. In addition, it implements a sustainable design to respect the terrain and the natural flow of the environment. Here you will find simplicity and high functionality of spaces.
The community of Valle de Bravo has developed an exquisite gastronomy for the most demanding palates. From regional food and typical dishes to foreign cuisine prepared by great Mexican chefs. Among the most representative dishes are mole with turkey, steamed beef, lamb consommé and one of the stars of the place, rainbow trout, a boneless fish served with sautéed capers.
In beverages you will find interesting drinks such as atole and fruit liqueurs, as well as the famous pulque, sambumbia and zende. If you go to Valle de Bravo you can not miss the churros and the classic "Vallesanas", a very famous ice cream of this town located at the Independence Square.
If you are looking for a quieter and more exclusive space, these are 6 restaurants you can't miss in Valle de Bravo.
The real estate market in Valle de Bravo has experienced important changes in the last years. About it we leave you the following content where you will find information about how, when and where to buy in Valle de Bravo.
There is no doubt that today is an excellent time to buy a property in this area of the State of Mexico. Today we are seeing a decrease in the prices of the most exclusive, new and second hand properties, at the same time that we are experiencing an increase in capital gains from 20% per year in ciertos áreas.
The recreational offer in Valle de Bravo includes all kinds of activities, from the most peaceful and relaxing to the most dynamic and extreme. Here you can find out more about the area and how you can enjoy its qualities.
In short, here you can enjoy activities such as horseback riding, sport fishing, sailing, mountain biking and more. And for those looking for quieter activities, there are temazcales, holistic massages, yoga classes, golf courses and guided excursions through the most representative areas.
At Nolab we have the best properties in Valle de Bravo in sale and pre-sale schemes, you can also find fractional property schemes to live a few weeks a year and the rest of the time you generate income with various investment schemes.
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Alfredo Obregón is the co-founder and CEO of Nolab, a real estate platform focused on investment, sales, and property management across international markets.
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