One of my favourite hikes in the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama natural park. The circular route is about 18kms in total, across some tough terrain. Although not too physically demanding, technically this a moderate to difficult route. There are several sections where you need to be careful. The views and scenery are unbeatable. […]
A visit to El Acebuchal – the lost village
There are various names associated with the village of El Acebuchal – “the Lost Village” and “the Ghost Village – el Pueblo Fantasma,” are the two that seem to be most commonly used. Acebuchal is an exceptionally beautiful hamlet situated right in the heart of the Sierras of Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park. It […]
Cycling the Via Verde de la Sierra, Cadiz – Seville
The Via Verdes of Spain There are more than 6,000kms of abandoned railway lines across Spain. Most of which, have never been completed, let alone used. There were ambitious plans to connect even the smallest villages by rail. All of these plans fell apart during the Civil War and the years that followed it. For […]
Walking the hanging bridges of Los Cahorros Monachil, Granada
Monachil is a tiny village situated only 8 kilometres from the centre of Granada. Despite its proximity, it remains a place that is relatively undiscovered by mass tourism. The boundaries of the province of Monachil are fairly extensive and include several peaks over 3000m, including Europe’s most southerly ski station – Pradollano, Sierra Nevada. Los […]
Malaga mountain biking route, coastal and the Montes de Malaga
A moderate to difficult mountain biking track that starts and ends in Rincon de la Victoria. It provides a great introduction to Malaga city’s coast line and the Montes de Malaga. The route is tough going, with no water and some steep climbs. I’d avoid doing it in the summer months, unless leaving very early. […]
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