If you’re looking for a fairly easy walk, yet with some steep sections, varied landscape, and spectacular views, the lovely Ruta Pinos, Vegosa, Venados y Plata is for you. This makes a wonderful family hike, but also a nice solo hike to soak in the sweet scents of the trees and the glittering lake views. […]
HIKES, MALAGA, SIERRA DE LAS NIEVES NATURAL PARK
How to hike Pico Torrecilla: Malaga’s biggest pride!
When asking any Malagueño (aka person from Malaga) what The mountain to climb is, there is only one answer to that, and it’s Pico Torrecilla (1919m) in Sierra de Las Nieves Natural Park. The second highest peak in Malaga after La Maroma (2066m) is still believed by many locals to be the highest in the […]
If you’re up for a bit of a light scramble and don’t mind a steep ascent to enjoy breathtaking views without the crowds, then you have to add Pico Chamizo to your Malaga hiking bucket list! The rocky ridge is said to be among the highest in the province of Malaga, yet not close to […]
Malaga is one of the top places to go hiking in Andalucia with mountains overlooking the never-ending coastline, jaw-dropping canyons, curious wildlife, and seriously unforgiving peaks. There are endless hiking trails all over the coastal mountain ranges that range from easy to difficult, breathtaking, and fun. But the inland has numerous whitewashed villages that are […]
ALMERIA, CABO DE GATA-NÍJAR NATURAL PARK, HIKES
How to hike to Cala de San Pedro in Cabo de Gata (from Las Negras)
There are not many places you can go camping in nature in Andalucia. Especially beach camping is completely illegal. But there is one place you can set up the tent on the beach where the police is well aware and even protecting the activity. The hippie settlement of Cala de San Pedro in Cabo de […]
DESFILADERO DE LOS GAITANES NATURAL PARK, HIKES, MALAGA
How to hike the historic Arabic Staircase – Escalera Arabe El Chorro
If you’re looking for a unique hike for the whole family, the Escalera Arabe in El Chorro is the perfect place for you. In English, it means Arabic Staircase and has gotten its name from the ancient man-made steps you’ll ascent on the trail. Nobody knows exactly how old they are or why they were […]
HIKES, MALAGA, SIERRA OF TEJEDA, ALMIJARA AND ALHAMA NATURAL PARK
The ultimate guide to hiking El Saltillo: Malaga’s rising star!
El Saltillo trail first got its name on the map in October 2020 when it reopened after months of construction work on the trail. A new hanging bridge made El Saltillo, Malaga, one of Andalucia’s new highlights! Now, the earlier unknown trail has made the news as it boasts Spain’s third-longest suspension bridge of 54 […]
Rio Cerezuelo in Cazorla is one of the most stunning hikes you can do from the village. Starting off along the lush river, crossing wooden bridges, leaving the river continuing up to the mesmerizing Malena waterfall, and rounding off with breathtaking views of Cazorla on the way back. If you’re looking for an easy morning […]
DESFILADERO DE LOS GAITANES NATURAL PARK, HIKES, MALAGA
El Caminito del Rey Malaga: All you need to know to walk Spain’s most popular hike
Once known as the most dangerous hike in the world, El Caminito del Rey in Malaga was reopened in 2015 with a new, safe walkway pinned along the 100-meter tall vertical cliffside. It’s now accessible for anyone that can handle vertigo that follows along the jaw-dropping path. If you plan on going on a hiking […]
ALMERIA, GRANADA, HIKES, SIERRA NEVADA NATIONAL PARK, TOP HIKES
9 Amazing hikes in Sierra Nevada Spain for every level
Sierra Nevada National Park in Spain is jam-packed with impressive hiking routes crossing the astounding 3000-meter peaks that the park is so famous for. For many, it can seem intimidating to go there. With not much hiking experience, it can seem like a destination out of reach. But Sierra Nevada is so much more than […]