A Hidden Gem in Magelang: The Untouched Beauty of Sukomakmur Village

There are places that do not merely welcome you, they pull you in slowly. Sukomakmur Village is one of those rare places. A village that rests quietly between the slopes and the open sky, where the world moves a little slower.

Sukomakmur Village is located in Magelang Regency, not too far from the city center. To get there, people usually use motorcycle taxis or private vehicles. Some of the roads are smooth, while others are dirt.

I went there by motorcycle taxi, because to truly experience this village, you have to come with the wind on your face, the road trembling under your wheels, and a heart ready to be softened by the silence.

The journey to Sukomakmur is not a gentle one. The roads twist, climb, curve, and descend. Yet every turn carved something deep into my chest. The motorbike trembled softly, pushing forward, and ahead of us the mountains grew larger and larger.

Then, slowly, the view began to open, slowly and gracefully, like a curtain opening after years of being closed. Rice terraces stretched across the hills in stunning layers.

A Village Embraced by Mountains

When I finally arrived, I felt as though I had stepped into a painting. Mount Sumbing rose tall and unwavering, majestic and unshaken. Clouds circled its shoulders, tame and loyal, like companions who never wander too far.

The houses in Sukomakmur stand quiet, simple, and warm. Their walls hold stories: children’s laughter, the morning routines of farmers, the aroma of coffee brewed by elders as they wait for the sun to spill its first light onto the earth.

What Makes It Different from Other Villages?

Some things that make Sukomakmur Village interesting are:

Wide, open rice fields with no tall buildings blocking the sky.
In many places, rice fields have become housing blocks. Here, they remain identity.
Clean air and clear flowing water.
Springs from the hills feed small irrigation channels cutting through the village—water that sustains both daily life and agriculture.
A strong sense of community.
People greet each other even if they don’t know each other. They help, they wait, they look out for one another.
Still rarely visited by tourists.
For travelers seeking calm, this is a blessing. No crowds, no lines, no photo spots to fight over.
Close to many Magelang destinations.
From Sukomakmur, you can easily reach Selogriyo Temple, Candiroto Rice Terraces, or local hiking routes.

Tips If You Want to Visit

Take motorcycle taxis.
The journey is part of the story.
Go in the morning.
The first light turns the rice fields into a sea of gold.
Talk to the farmers.
Their stories are the village’s true treasures.
Wear comfortable shoes.
You will walk slowly, for a long time, savoring the serenity.
Stop often.
Not for photos, but for wonder.

The Potentials Hidden in This Quiet Village

After witnessing its beauty and speaking with several locals, I saw many possibilities for development:

Simple agrotourism, harvesting vegetables with farmers.
Light trekking to small hills with mountain views.
Educational tourism on traditional rice planting.
Homestays that preserve true village living, not café-themed lodging.
Local products like homemade coffee and bamboo crafts.

Sukomakmur may never become a viral destination. And perhaps that is exactly how it should be. A good place does not always need crowds. Beauty is not only what the eyes can see, but what the mind can understand, and what the heart is quietly touched by.