Espot – entry from the east

Espot – entry from the east

by | Dec 21, 2024 | Pyrenees Cataluña

Ice ages have left their mark in a dramatic fashion on this part of the Pyrenees. And many of the glacial lakes lie inside the Aigüestortes i Estany de Sant Maurici national park, which measures some 14,119 hectares in the province of Lleida. Entry from the east can...
Vistas of Valderrobres

Vistas of Valderrobres

by | Dec 4, 2024 | Explore Spain

Valderrobres is one of the most picturesque villages in Spain. On arrival – looking across the 15th century stone bridge – the castle and church on top of the hill grab the attention. But, between the river and fortifications, lies a hotchpotch of medieval streets...
Two ravines to Mallà del Llop

Two ravines to Mallà del Llop

by | Dec 3, 2024 | Alicante North

This ascent of Mallà del Llop – up two fantastic ravines to get to the summit at 1,361 metres – is a route that would not be out of place in any of Spain’s great mountain ranges. It is a fantastic walk and one of my favourites in Alicante province. Starting in the...
Vines and pines at La Mata

Vines and pines at La Mata

by | Dec 2, 2024 | Alicante South

This route could also be called ‘a short walk in La Mata-Torrevieja natural park’ – but that is probably not headline material. It is indeed a short stroll, incorporating other features, as well as grape vines and pine trees. The route – starting from the natural park...
A tour of the Bèrnia

A tour of the Bèrnia

by | Nov 25, 2024 | Alicante North

The PR-CV 7 waymarked footpath is sometimes referred to as the ‘Volta a Bèrnia’ (tour of the Bèrnia) – because it traces a route around the mountain. The circular hike takes place at a good height, starting at 600 metres above sea level and reaching a highpoint of...