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About Altamont, NY

Altamont is a small town in Albany County about 20 miles west of Albany, sitting in the Helderberg Mountains with scenic valley views. Most visitors reach it via Route 20 west from Albany, a 25-minute drive that's popular with daily commuters. Long-distance travelers typically take I-87 to Albany, then Route 20 west, while Albany International Airport is 30 miles northeast. The town hosts the annual Altamont Fair each August on fairgrounds that have operated since 1924.

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Altamont, NY is in United States, at 42.706, -74.034 - about 22 km west of Albany, NY.

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The closest airport to Altamont, NY is Albany International Airport, 29 km (about 34 min by car).

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