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Ermita de las Cañadas in Elda
Visorando Member
5.17 mi
+367 ft
-374 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Elda (Alacant / Alicante)
The Ermita de Nuestra Señora de Los Dolores is situated in an area near Elda, at the crossroads between Monovar and Elda, in an area known as Partida de las Cañadas. Consequently, the Ermita is commonly referred to as the Ermita de las Cañadas. It is located in a former agricultural area, irrigated by rainwater.
Even today, it remains an almost desert-like area, and the path leading there, which is not particularly difficult, passes through desert-like terrain, offering a complete change of scenery.
The summit of Don Pedro in Salinas
6.24 mi
+1,647 ft
-1,493 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Salinas (Alacant / Alicante)
The summit of Don Pedro (Alto de Don Pedro) is a modest peak at an altitude of 817 metres, but it offers beautiful views of the neighbouring peaks such as the Sierra de Salinas and the Maigmo. You can walk along lovely, relatively easy paths and discover traces of an Iberian tribe. In short, it’s a spot well worth exploring.
The source of the Rio Salinetes and the Clot de la Sal near Novelda
7.14 mi
+525 ft
-535 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Novelda (Alacant / Alicante)
This is a beautiful hike starting from the stunning Santuario de Santa Maria Magdanela (a must-see). You then set off in search of the source of a small river and finish with a dip in the thermal baths.
The shelters of the stone-breakers at the Novelda quarries
2.70 mi
+469 ft
-466 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Novelda (Alacant / Alicante)
This is a themed route, linked to the numerous quarries in the region. More specifically, it involves visiting some of the stonemasons’ huts by making a return trip to these huts whilst following the circular route of this walk.
The caves of Agua, Olm and the summit of El Xocolate in Petrer
5.24 mi
+1,663 ft
-1,657 ft
3h 50
Difficult
Departure from Petrer (Alacant / Alicante)
This hike takes you up to one of the peaks in the province of Alicante, which is over 1,000 metres high. While the climb to the summit is not particularly difficult, the start of the hike involves exploring some well-hidden caves. This means passing through areas where there is virtually no path and having a good sense of direction. This hike is therefore not suitable for everyone.
Along the River Vinalopó in Novelda
4.89 mi
+312 ft
-312 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Novelda (Alacant / Alicante)
A very pleasant walk along the River Vinalopó in Novelda, offering a cultural experience with a visit to the extraordinary sanctuary of Santa María Magdalena, an ancient castle and a fountain.The view of the sanctuary alone is worth the trip.
The Coca Trail at Aspe in the province of Alicante
5.51 mi
+512 ft
-512 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Aspe (Alacant / Alicante)
Proposed by Aspe town council and approved by the FEMECV (Valencian Federation of Mountain and Climbing Sports), this is an easy route, ideal for getting to know part of the Algezares municipal nature reserve.
The Carrasca snow well near Castalla
3.50 mi
+784 ft
-787 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Castalla (Alacant / Alicante)
In the Alicante region, snow wells are called "pou" or "pou de neu" in the Valencian dialect. They are round wells dug into the ground with stone walls and a dome. There are usually two doors, one for putting snow in and the other for taking ice out. They are, of course, located at high altitude. The snow industry, which can be traced back to 1630, was very prosperous until the advent of refrigerators in the 1960s. Here we suggest a short, easy hike to discover one of the most beautiful snow wells in the region.
Summit of La Replana and Font del LLop near Castalla
6.26 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,647 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Castalla (Alacant / Alicante)
This is an easy hike, mostly on wide paths, to climb a peak at an altitude of 1,229 metres. The ascent is fairly gradual. You will pass by a superb snow well. Optionally, you can also visit a fountain.
Alt del Bubo and Alt de la Casa Castalla starting from Castalla
8.02 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,273 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Castalla (Alacant / Alicante)
This hike takes you up two little-known peaks over 1,000 metres high near Castalla. Most of the time, you will be walking on wide paths lined mainly with almond trees in deserted areas.Prohibited during hunting season
The peaks of the Sierra del Flare and Alt Redo towards Biar
6.88 mi
+3,337 ft
-3,278 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Biar (Alacant / Alicante)
A superb hike to explore several peaks over 1,000 metres high near the village of Biar in the province of Alicante. The spectacle of the surrounding mountains is fantastic, with their vertical cliffs. What’s more, the route follows part of a botanical trail, allowing you to learn more about the plants.
Around Maigmó from El Aljibe near Agost
7.11 mi
+2,904 ft
-2,730 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Tibi (Alacant / Alicante)
The Maigmó, at an altitude of 1,295 metres, is one of the region’s best-known peaks. However, this walk does not take you to the summit itself, but instead offers an extraordinary circuit around it. After a steep climb to the Balcon d’Alicante, where the view is fantastic, the walk takes you via the famous Col de la Xau, offering magnificent views of the peaks. You follow a barranco (a stream bed), passing through the superb spot known as ‘El Estret’. In short, everything is beautiful and practically in perfect solitude.
The summit of Escobella near Agost
6.78 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,352 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tibi (Alacant / Alicante)
A hike in an almost desert environment to climb two peaks: La Mosca and L'Escobella. Don't forget to bring plenty of water, as the entire route is on paths exposed to the sun.
El Cau, the Elche dam and Castellar
4.84 mi
+873 ft
-846 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Elx / Elche (Alacant / Alicante)
Discover an open-air museum of stone sculptures (El Cau), a beautiful reservoir with lush vegetation, a stunning waterfall and ancient ruins at the summit of El Castellar – that’s what this walk has to offer.
The Elche Reservoir
7.60 mi
+236 ft
-233 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Elx / Elche (Alacant / Alicante)
A very pleasant, easy walk suitable for the whole family along the River Vinalopo towards the Elche dam, or even beyond, offering views of an impressive waterfall some twenty metres high. The walk described here goes well beyond the dam, right up to a point where the owner of the farmland prohibits access, but this allows you to walk round the lake a little. As this is a round-trip walk, you can stop whenever you like.
The Mill Trail in Tibi
3.29 mi
+607 ft
-449 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Tibi (Alacant / Alicante)
Here, we suggest exploring the old mills of Tibi, which once produced flour or paper. There were once as many as 11 mills in the area. You can see the main gate of the Groc mill at the crossroads at the entrance to Tibi. For your information, the rating established by the French Hiking Federation (FFR) gives an IBP of 22, which classifies this walk as ‘easy’.
It is an easy walk that generally follows the river known as the ‘Riu de Montnègre’ or ‘Rio Verde’.
The Del Humo Cave in the Sierra de Fontcalent
2.54 mi
+400 ft
-377 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Alacant / Alicante
In the Sierra de Fontcalent, the mountain range closest to Alicante, there are numerous caves, but some are difficult to access. This walk takes you to explore a cave that is easily accessible. It is a short walk with little elevation gain that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Elche Palm Grove Trail
5.90 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Elx / Elche (Alacant / Alicante)
A walk accessible to all, between the city and the palm grove. Ideal for discovering Elche and its horticultural heritage (listed by UNESCO). This route follows the PR®-CV 439, the official path of the Valencian Community, but with a different starting point for accessibility and easier parking.