Roughly within the 1200 metre altitude barrier. This easy walk takes in 4 important historical villages that fall within the civil authority known as the Taha de Pitres. La Taha, an Arabic term applied to the geographical area of administrative organisation now long since replaced in all areas of Spain with the exception of the Pitres region. There the Christians continued to use the term and the structure for practical reasons. Pitres marks the start of the walk along the Caminos Reales. An area not more than 2 kms. long, it can be completed within 5 to 6 hours. There are significant examples of Moorish architecture and cultural flavour along the route, which includes the villages of Mecina, Ferreirola, Atalbeitar, Busquistar and finally Portugos,... (more...)
This route covering a distance in total of 40 kms. takes in the traditional hill villages of Alba, Abrucena and Finana. Through forest areas, impressive ravines and villages of immense cultural heritage. The upper element of the walk is made under the shadow of Buitre, often snow covered on its northern slopes at 2465 metres. There are picnic area and refugios on route, and at the end, some wonderful examples of late Morisco architecture in the village of Finana. Read More →
Sunrise over Africa. Mulhacen from Trevelez The unsurpassed views as the sun rises from the summit of Mulhacen can be enjoyed by putting in the bulk of the 2000 metre climb up from Trevelez, the previous evening. The stopping point is a simple Bivouac at the refuge at Laguna Hondera. This leaves a tough hike up just over 500 metres in altitude across rocky ground to the peak of Mulhacen before daybreak the following day. Inspirational is the only way to describe the views as shafts of light illuminate the Med and the African coast far off in the South. click here for details of our Trekking and walking holidays in the Alpujarra region / Sierra Nevada Spain Read More →
Castles and bean stew. Marquesado to La Calahorra - Granada This is another walk on the northern slopes of the Sierra Nevada. The starting point is just outside the village of Jerez del Marquesado, very famous locally for a rich bean stew eaten as a staple by locals. The village’s origins may have been founded in prehistoric times due to the wealth of mineral deposits in the area. The first part of the walk has southerly views dominated by the Jerez Peak. The most eastern peak of the Sierra Nevada to exceed 3000 metres. The trek takes you through the Renaissance villages of Aldeire, Alquife and Lanteira and at the turning point an opportunity to visit the castle at La Calahorra. The most recent castle to be constructed in Spain... (more...)
From a start point in the Moorish village of Valor the route takes in other villages along the GR7 path, surely too long for all but the most dedicated walker. The GR7 starts in Tarifa near Gibraltar and stretches over 10,000 kms. to Romania in Eastern Europe. Of particular cultural interest are the villages of Valor, Mairena and Laroles. The former being the home of Morisco landowner Abén Humeya. Born in 1554, he was famed for leading the uprising against the Catholic rulers of Spain that caused the Morisco’s, formerly Moors, to be extradited back to North Africa from where their ancestors left for Spain in the 6th century. The 22 kms. of walk takes in a good hike from 900 metres up to the ski resort of Puerto de La Ragua at... (more...)
Definitely a route of both gastronomic and anthropological interests this trek of approx 40 kms. Taking in some of the regions best-preserved villages. The landscape of the walk is very varied. From forests of Pine, Cherry and Chestnut, across many rivers and streams to the villages of Bubion, Capileira and Pampaneira. Finally up the river valley of the Rio Bermejo through the Portugos Oak grove to Europe’s highest village. A title earned by the inhabitants of Trevelez, who, with the benefit of the wonderful climate of the region live all year round at an altitude of 1476 metres. This village’s rarified atmosphere is what is said to give the famous hams cured in and around the village such a spectacular flavor. A note... (more...)
Staying on the northern slopes, the walk has some of the most scenic and panoramic views, and includes a section along the ‘Verdeda de la Estrella’. Considered by many as one of the most beautiful paths in the Sierras. The trail starts in the village of Guejar-Sierra, just east of Granada city and takes you up in the direction of the ski resort. Along the route there are wonderful views towards the Sierra Arana mountains of Jaen, Granada’s northerly neighbor. After passing through... (more...)
A very picturesque route surely through some of the country featured in the book ‘A Parrot in the Pepper Tree’ by Chris Stewart. Though lacking in exact reference points, it is believed that the valleys formed by the Tesoro Divide and the Dilar and Durcal rivers with beautiful meadows full of wild mountain flowers were the inspiration for some of the chapters. As were the villages on the southern edge of this trek the backdrop for the book ‘Driving of Lemons’ by the same author. Now... (more...)
Capileira to Trevelez via the peaks of Veleta (3396 metres) and Mulhacen (3479 metres) - Granada It’s a 2-day expedition from the start point at the Cebadilla hydroelectric plant in Capileira from a little over 1400 metres. It’s a relatively easy hike up through fields of evergreen bushes to the peak of Veleta. Then down through the Lobo pass to an overnight stop at the Felix Mendez shelter. The following day the climb to the peak of Spain’s highest mountain is followed by the descent... (more...)
From the picturesque village of Laujar de Andarax, capital of the Alpujarra since the fall of the Morisco reign in the 1700th century. Up to the Refugio El Cerecillo under the peak of the Corro del Almirez at 2517 metres. The route covers approximately 25 kms. and takes in the rich wine growing region of Laujar, with the opportunity of a tasting in one of the Bodegas in the village, through the forested area of hillside to the Nacimiento picnic area. There is an opportunity to see the... (more...)
The Alpujarra features some of the most special walking opportunites in Spain. The GR-7 footpath winds through leafy forest and hillside organic olive groves from the western end of the valley near Orgiva to the far eastern end near Laujar before continuing over 12,000 kilometres to Grecce in Central Europe. The Flash Player and a browser with Javascript support are needed.. Our menu gives you snips of walking routes available. For more information contact the local Natural Parks offices in... (more...)
