Monumento a Cristo Rey
A 26-meter statue of Christ on Los Cristales hill, west of Cali, in Ecoparque Cristo Rey. You can hike up a trail from San Fernando or drive to the monument.
- Hours
- Monument area: Monday to Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (last entry 6:00 p.m.); Friday to Sunday and public holidays 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (last entry 7:00 p.m.). San Fernando trail: every day 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (checked on 2026-10-12).
- Price
- Free
- Price
- Free
- Duration
- 2 to 4 hours
- Address
- Cerro Los Cristales, Los Andes corregimiento (rural district), Cali
Construction on Cristo Rey began in 1949 and it was unveiled on October 25, 1953. It's 26 meters tall: 21 for the figure and 5 for the pedestal. It was made by Italian sculptor Alideo Tazzioli and stands at about 1,440 meters, in the rural district of Los Andes.
From the top you can see almost the whole city, from downtown to the south. There are food stands near the monument, which close half an hour before the park does.
Today the monument is part of Ecoparque Cristo Rey, run by Dagma (the city's environmental agency). After the August 2026 earthquake the park was inspected, and since August 22 the monument area (section 5) and the trail that starts next to the Universidad del Valle San Fernando campus (section 2) have been open again. Section 3, which connects to the Cristales neighborhood, is still closed while some walkways are repaired.
What to see
- The 26-meter statue and its pedestal.
- The view of Cali from the lookout.
- The section 2 trail, if you want to walk up.
Getting there
- On foot: section 2 of the Ecoparque, the trail that starts next to the Universidad del Valle San Fernando campus.
- By car or taxi: take the road to Cristo Rey up to the monument area (section 5).
Tips
- Bring water, sunscreen and comfortable clothes.
- Pets, single-use plastics and speakers aren't allowed.
- Don't feed the park's animals.
- Monday to Thursday it closes an hour earlier than on weekends.
FAQ
How much does it cost to go up to Cristo Rey?
Nothing. Entry to Ecoparque Cristo Rey is free.
Is it open after the 2026 earthquake?
Yes. Since August 22, 2026, the monument area and the San Fernando trail have been open. The section that starts in the Cristales neighborhood is still closed.
How tall is Cristo Rey?
It's 26 meters including the pedestal and stands at about 1,440 meters above sea level.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Pets aren't allowed in the Ecoparque.
On the map
Photos: www.ernst-christen.com, Todos los derechos reservados · Juan Velasco, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Hector Mesa from cali, colombia, CC BY-SA 2.0 · jerga, Todos los derechos reservados · Wikimedia Commons
