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Taking a well earned rest from hiking in the mountains near Grazalema
The landscapes of rural Andalucía can be breathtaking and one of the best ways to appreciate their diversity and beauty is on foot. However, unlike other parts of Europe (in particularly the UK), it is sometimes hard to determine exactly where it is safe to just park your car and trek off into the unknown. There are few designated footpaths, as well as those inside the national and natural parks, and it can be disconcerting to find yourself suddenly in a field and surrounded by bulls or wandering though an area which has apparently been designated for hunting purposes. Private hunting land occurs throughout Andalucía, usually marked by little diagonal black-and-white signs, often near ‘Coto privada’ or ‘Coto de caza’ (hunting) signs, but if there’s a marked path on your map and you’re not hunting illegally, you are allowed to use it.
To avoid misunderstandings, try contacting the local tourist office in the area you are hoping to explore. They may be able to provide you with a guide to local walks or recommend a local publication detailing nearby trails. However most tourist office leaflets look exciting but lack enough detail to follow a trail confidently. The same applies to roadside signboards and maps. Of equal use could be a chat with a local bar, restaurant or hotel owner.
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We recommend the many walks featured in Guy Hunter Watts' book "Walking in Andalucia"
Walking in Andalucía is a 260 page full colour guide to some of the very best walks in southern Spain, taking the walker on 34 routes - all starting and most finishing in beautiful villages
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The GR7 is the footpath through Andalucía that forms part of the trans-European Route No. 4. Wherever possible, the route is designed to avoid crossing or using tarmac roads or any roads used by traffic.
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Guy Hunter-Watts offers us a selection of his favourite walks in Andalucia. They are taken from his book " Walking in Andalucia - The best walks in Spain's natural parks".
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Andalucia is covered with what are known as Vías Pecuarias. They are a network of paths or trails that have been used in prior times traditionally to transport livestock to and from pastureland or to market
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Spain's vías verdes (green ways, often reclaimed rail routes) are one of Andalucía's lesser known rural attractions and a great way to discover the countryside off the beaten track and away from traffic and habitation.
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Walking Events
Andalucian Walking & Cultural Festival 2013
This festival combines two daily walks with the opportunity to experience Andalucian customs at first hand. It is based in the white mountain village of El Burgo, close to the Sierra de las Nieves Nature Park. This year's festival will take place from February 25th - March 4th, so includes 'Andalucia Day' celebrations on February 28th.
For more information and to book, visit the event's webpage.
MARBELLA 4 DAYS WALKING
Marbella 4 Days Walking 2013 (also known as M4DW) will be taking place on the 10, 11, 12 & 13 October 2013. The event is the perfect chance for a holiday in the Spanish autumn sun, while joining together with other walkers from all over the world to discover the unknown sides of Marbella. Particpants can choose either 20km or 30km routes, and it is possible to to participate in fewer than 4 days.
For more information and to register for the event, visit the official W4DW website.
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Walking in Andalucia
Walk Andalucia - spectacular walks, local food & wine, Singles Welcome! |
Cerro de Hijar
Rustic hotel in Natural Park Sierra de las Nieves. Experience the peaceful pool terrace & commanding views. Hotel offers a Spa & Restaurant. |
Finca El Cerrillo
Old olive mill near Competa with beautiful gardens & pool. Walk, paint or just relax. Log fires, candlelit dining, great atmosphere. |
Guided walking holidays
Are you an avid walker? then book your guided walking holidays now and enjoy the varied facets of nature at a leisurely pace |
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Walking Holidays