Walking Holidays in the Axarquia, Andalucia Spain
Our walking holiday program in the neighbouring area of The Axarquia
offers a
wide range of
guided walks,
or we can supply all the maps and guide books necessary for the independent
walker, transporting you to and from suitable start and finish points as
necessary.
Coastal walking in the Axarquia
The walking and hiking in the Axarquia typically splits into two main divides: Coastal, where you can follow the ancient costal paths and ways which link the network of watchtowers (Atalayas) which are a legacy of the Roman & moorish times. On these you will discover old fishermen's tracks, as well as hidden coves accessible only by foot or by sea.
Walking in Sierras Tejeda & Almijara, Axarquia
Alternatively the inland sierras of the Axarquia offer fine routes for exploring
the
higher ground. The natural park is some 40,662 hectares of designated
natural park, rising from a low point of 300m to Pico de Maroma at 2,065m.
The three sierras connect (to the west) the hills of el Campo de Gibralter
with (to the east) the Contraviesa & Sierras Beticas. Here you will passing through olive groves, before
rising through almonds slightly higher. The views here are superb -
miles and miles inland with only the occasional white village clinging like
sugar cubes to the hill sides, while to the south a line of distant clouds
across the sparkling Mediterranean mark the African coastline.
We can only quote Charles Davies "The Axarquia is one of the world's great places, and among the greatest places within it are the Sierras Tejeda and Almijara, which form the backbone of both of the region and the present publication. Blessed with high summits, dizzying pinnacles, dramatic crags, deep ravines, dozens of springs, delightful rivers and the best coves on the Costa del Sol, this is an area that has something for everyone".
Walking holidays in Los Alpujarras
We also offer a range of Walking holidays in Las Alpujarras, which are a great way to explore the white villages (Pueblos Blancos) and historic architecture of the Sierra Nevada foothills.
Local walking in and around Almuñécar
Alternatively, for shorter strolls or longer coastal walks, check out our local walking routes in and around Almuñécar, based on the Andalucia coast.
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Extra & Optional Activities - All available for free days & evenings - or build your own itinerary
