Magical Town
Frontera
Frontera boasts impressive natural riches and nearby coast. Here past and present meet in its streets.
Services in Frontera
What Makes It Magical
Southeast of the Gulf of Mexico sits Frontera. In addition to being one of Tabasco’s Magical Towns, it is also Centla’s county seat. Frontera is remarkable for being one of the area’s two biggest ports, receiving boats and commercial traffic. And it also features unique scenery. This is where fresh water from the Grijalva river flows into the salty sea.
The climate is warm and humid, with plenty of rain in the summertime. The average high temperature is 87.7°F, and the average low is 68.9°F.
Why You Should Go
Its Natural Vibes
This is a truly unique piece of nature where you can enjoy the meeting of past and present, truly a charming trip through time. In addition, Frontera is very important to the state’s economy, as it is one of the two busiest ports in the region with shipping and trade.
At the Very Least
Explore the Pantanos de Centla area—a must-see for nature lovers. This is North America’s largest wetlands, as well as a refuge and breeding ground for a wide variety of migratory waterbirds. It is highly biodiverse.
Don’t Miss
- Visit the church dedicated to the Virgin of Guadalupe. It is a 65.6-foot-high structure with two square towers that meet in the shape of a cross in the top of the building. This spot is truly a gem for fans of religious art.
- Discover La Casa del Agua, the spot where two of Mexico’s most powerful rivers, the Grijalva and the Usumacinta, meet.
- Enjoy local food. Taste the traditional pejelagarto (tropical gar) fish in green sauce, roasted and served in salad, or in fish pies.