Caminito del Rey visit from Málaga in German or French

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

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  El Caminito del Rey

  The King's Path is one of the most spectacular hiking routes in Spain, and the most impressive in Andalusia. This ancient path, carved into the vertical walls of the Gaitanes gorge, runs more than 100 meters above the Guadalhorce river, offering breathtaking views. Restored with secure gateways, it allows you to enjoy this unique environment without giving up the thrill of a breathtaking landscape. During the tour you will discover the geology of the gorge, as well as the fauna and flora that inhabit this protected area of the Serranía de Ronda. The contrast between the limestone rock walls, the turquoise color of the water, and the Mediterranean vegetation turns every stretch of the road into an unforgettable postcard. With an expert guide, you will learn the history and secrets of the Caminito, as well as tips and curiosities that make this visit much more than a hike: a complete immersion in one of the most unique corners of Andalusia.

  3 hours • Admission ticket included
• (Pass by)

  The Guadalhorce Valley is one of the nine districts of the province of Málaga, centered around the Guadalhorce River, the most important in the province. It is known as "the orchard of Malaga" or "the garden of Malaga" due to the fertility of its land, the result of centuries of irrigation and river sediments, which made it an ideal area to cultivate the so-called "Mediterranean trinity": wheat, wine, and olive oil. Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, and Muslims left their mark on the area, and it was precisely the Muslims who perfected the irrigation systems with norias and canals that still support local agriculture today. The region groups eight municipalities—Álora, Alhaurín el Grande, Alhaurín de la Torre, Almogía, Cártama, Coín, Pizarra, and Valle de Abdalajís—, with Coín traditionally being the most important. Combines landscapes of fertile plain with mountain environments, and houses some of the most notable hydraulic infrastructures in the province, such as the El Chorro reservoirs in Álora

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Carratraca is a small town in the interior of Málaga, located between the Guadalhorce Valley, the Serranía de Ronda, and the Antequera region, at the foot of the Sierra Blanquilla. Its fame comes from its sulfurous waters, known since Roman times—as proven by Roman coins and the remains of stone baths found next to the spring, then called "Stinky Waters"—and mentioned in writing as early as 1485. After centuries in oblivion, they resurged as a fashionable spa in the 19th century: in 1847, an elegant neoclassical spa was built that attracted figures such as Lord Byron, a great defender of its curative properties, and later King Ferdinand VII and Empress Eugénie de Montijo. Rich in sulfur, calcium, and magnesium, they were used to treat skin conditions, respiratory problems, and rheumatic ailments. Today the historic spa coexists with the Villapadierna Thermas hotel-spa, and the town also has a unique bullring among its attractions.

  Admission ticket free
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  Ardales is a typically Andalusian white town located in the middle of the Guadalhorce Valley, between the sierras of Ronda and the Antequera depression, surrounded by the reservoirs of the Guadalhorce-Guadalteba complex. It has a past with a lot of history: it was a key defensive enclave during the Muladí rebellion of Omar Ben Hafsun in the 9th-10th centuries, and it was not definitively conquered by Los Cristianos until 1389, when King John I signed a pact there with the Nasrid prince of Granada. Among its main attractions are the Cueva de Ardales, with Paleolithic rock art from between 14,000 and 18,000 years ago; the medieval castles of Turón and La Peña; the Roman bridge of La Molina; and its proximity to the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes and the Caminito del Rey. Its narrow streets and whitewashed houses give it that typical Andalusian village air.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Selfie sticks, umbrellas, parasols, long or sharp objects, or drones are not allowed
• Access is not allowed for minors under 8 years old; the rest of the minors must be accompanied by an adult

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