HIKING ROUTES IN THE AXARQUIA IN A UNIQUE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
Our area offers a multitude of possibilities for hiking, as we are in a rural area located within the Natural Park of the Sierras de Alhama, Teja y La Almijara.
Here you will find some of the best hiking routes in La Axarquía. They are of different levels, depending on what you prefer or your physical condition. What they all have in common is their scenic beauty and the enjoyment of nature due to the great wealth of rivers, mountains, fauna, flora and some of the most charming villages of La Axarquia.
NATURE, ACTIVE TOURISM AND FRESH AIR: HIKING ROUTES IN THE AXARQUIA TO DISCOVER ALL THE CHARM OF OUR AREA.
HIKING ROUTES THAT YOU CAN START FROM THE HOTEL ITSELF, IN ALCAUCÍN.
Hiking routes in the Axaquía 1: Starting from Alcaucín
ASCENT TO LA MAROMA FROM ALCAUCÍN
The ascent to La Maroma, the highest peak in the province of Malaga, at 2066 metres, is one of the most popular hiking routes in the Axarquia.
It is a route of medium-high difficulty, mainly due to the distance and the great difference in altitude, which exceeds 1000 metres. The starting point is the Recreational Area of El Alcázar, located in our village, Alcaucín.
From there, we start an ascent that will take us up to the peak of La Maroma, from where you can enjoy spectacular views of the mountains of the Natural Park where we are, the whole of the Sierra Nevada and the Viñuela reservoir. A perfect route to enjoy the nature of the Natural Park of the Sierras de Alhama, Tejeda and La Almijara.
TYPE OF ROUTE
DISTANCE
ESTIMATED TIME
7 hours
DIFFICULTY
Hiking Routes in the Axaquia 2: Starting from Alcaucín
BOTANICAL ROUTE IN ALCAUCÍN
This route runs entirely through the municipality of Alcaucín. We leave from the Recreational Area El Río and we go into the Sierra de Tejeda, inside the Natural Park.
The route is well signposted, you will find an information sign indicating where the path begins. And, along the route, there are various information panels explaining the flora and fauna to be found in the area.
Beautiful landscapes with exuberant nature in one of the hiking routes in the Axarquia closest to our charming hotel in Málaga.
TYPE OF ROUTE
DISTANCE
7 km
ESTIMATED TIME
3 hours
DIFFICULTY
Easy
Hiking trails in the Axaquia 3: Starting from the Alcaucín
ROUTE TO THE SOURCE OF THE RIVER BERMUSA
This route will take you to the source of the river Bermuza from the centre of Alcaucín. The route also passes through the La Fájara cave, which is near the source of the river, which is already in the municipality of Canillas de Aceituno.
If you want to make the route shorter to do it with children or because you don’t want to walk so long, you can reduce it to 3 km, leaving directly from Canillas de Aceituno.
TYPE OF ROUTE
DISTANCE
10km o 3km
ESTIMATED TIME
3h o 1h
DIFFICULTY
Easy
Hiking Routes in the Axaquia 4: Starting from the hotel
WALK TO THE CASTLE OF ZALIA
This is not a hiking route but rather a walk to move your legs a bit and to visit the ruins of the Zalia Castle, which can be seen perfectly from our hotel.
It is one of the oldest known remains of fortifications. It is thought that it was probably originally built by the Phoenicians and later rebuilt by the Arabs prior to their conquest by the Catholic Monarchs. The walk starts from the hotel itself.
TYPE OF ROUTE
Ida y vuelta
DISTANCE
ESTIMATED TIME
30 mins
DIFFICULTY
Very easy
OTHER HIKING ROUTES IN THE AXARQUIA
Walking routes in the Axaquia 5: Leaving from Canillas de Aceituno
ROUTE OF EL SALTILLO: CANILLAS DE ACEITUNO
Known as “El Caminito del Rey” of the Axarquia for its views and walkways, this route, although not long, is not suitable for everyone as parts of the route are narrow and uneven.
It has recently been remodelled, with a suspension bridge and several wooden footbridges. The route runs through the Natural Park in the town of Canillas del Aceituno, the starting point, being the centre of the town itself. It is the seventh stage of the Great Málaga Path and with its recent adaptation, one of the most attractive and popular routes in the Axarquía. The route can also be extended, starting from Cómpeta or Sedella.
TYPE OF ROUTE
DISTANCE
2,5 km. o 10 km.
ESTIMATED TIME
1 o 4 hours
DIFFICULTY
Medium
Hiking Routes in the Axaquia 6: Leaving from Nerja
ROUTE CAHORROS OF THE CHILLAR RIVER: NERJA
Located in the coastal town of Nerja, 40 minutes from our hotel, this is probably the most popular hiking route in the Axarquia. The route runs along the river Chillar, so the best time to do it is from March to October. It is necessary to wear suitable footwear to be able to get wet, as you will have to walk inside the river.
If you want to make the route shorter, you can do 5 km. up the river, until you reach the cahorros and the pools where you can bathe, which would reduce the route to 10 km. instead of 16 km. As it is a round trip, you can always turn back at any time you consider.
TYPE OF ROUTE
DISTANCE
16 km o 10km
ESTIMATED TIME
DIFFICULTY
Medium
THE PERFECT COMPLEMENT TO HIKING ROUTES: ACTIVE TOURISM IN THE REGION OF LA AXARQUÍA
ACTIVE TOURISM IN COMARES
If you are looking for thrills and adventure tourism, in the village of Comares, located 35 minutes from Cortijo de Salia, you have one of the largest zip lines in Spain.
Almost 500 metres long and more than 200 metres high. In Comares you can also do up to 3 via ferratas, climbing and up to 6 hiking trails of different levels.
