P.N. Los Alcornocales P.N. del Estrecho P.N. de La Breña y Marismas del P.N. Bahía de Cádiz

Sendero de This beautiful path is set on the public hill La Calzada La Calzada is a trail that brings us close arroyo de The main attractions of this trail are Sendero This narrow path that uses a cattle SENDERO DEL This trail ambles by the edge of the Punta del Along this comfortable walk on the that gives it its name, and parallel to the to a path believed to be of Roman origin, divided between the walk through a Colada de la track on the coast passes by the littoral Acantilado Acantilado de Barbate, a spectacular Boquerón beach of el Castillo we will discover Valdeinfierno gorge granting it high levels of humidity. Dehesa Boyal being known as such by the inhabitants san carlos thick forest of gall oaks in a natural cliffs from to . The iti- vertical cliff whose itinerary may be that we are at the end of a sandy back- Its itinerary brings to us its most distinc- of . del tiradero space accompanied by cork oaks, and Costa - nerary centers its attention on the im- travelled in both directions, with a shore, la Punta del Boquerón. To one >> tive vegetal component, the “canutos”. In >> Surrounded by cistus plants, we reach the bank of the beautiful stream whe- Huerta Grande pressive views of the African continent >> midway landmark, the Tower of el >> side we have the caño de Sancti-Petri, them one can find lomatias dentatas and a fortified watchtower whose initial re it ends. The abundance of water, along its 16 kilometers, and on the Tajo, itself with impressive panoramic one of the best preserved marshland rhododendrons, here known as ojaranzos, purpose was surveillance and, then, with >> soft temperatures, moderate sunshine geological formations of the walls of views. areas in the Park; to the other side, one of the most emblematic bushes in construction taking place in the 10th and its particular soil have made this >> the cliffs and the abrasion platforms of These walls have been shaped by wa- an area that, depending on the ebb the park. The leafiness of its exuberant century and of clear Islamic influence, as oak forest possible, in visual contrast foreshore areas. ter, and its permeability has given way or flow, may be submerged. Further vegetation of alder trees, gall oaks laden part of a castle. It is worth noting that this with the alder tree gallery forest The trail’s intrigue levels raise as we to the formation of aquifers that inland, the dunes, sand accumulated with moss, and ferns provide a gratifying fortification has been inhabited until flanking its course. come along bunkers, former Guardia spring off the cliff and receive the by the wind. freshness. The trail is low difficulty and its present times. Civil stations and other surveillance and name of los Caños (the Pipes) and the first section is accessible for people with defense constructions. The walking Playa de la Yerbabuena (Mint Beach). physical disabilities. route finishes at the Huerta Grande visitor centre.

Subida The route starts through an oak forest RÍO The path runs through the surroun- Sendero The trail begins making a small loop of imposing centenary specimens, to dings of this river and very near the on a hillside, where we can witness al Aljibe subsequently continue among gall oaks, HOZGARGANTA village of . It La Teja the effects that forest management nature which, in the winter, beautifies allows us to identify a form of clean has had on this range, in particular the >> with water-filled streams and numerous >> yet traditional source of energy, the >> removal of herbivores. ferns. mills. We come across an enormous Starting in 2001, a model based on As we advance, we see a mountain-top water canal, el Cao, built at the end enclosures, impeding access to large wasteland of reddish soil and bush, with of the 18th century to power an iron herbivores, and repopulation was im- the odd cork oak, squat in the face of foundry known as the Fábrica de plemented. The model has borne fruit weather conditions. Finally, this restricted Bombas, which helped in the siege and now the natural regeneration of access path merges with that of the of Gibraltar and was subsequently trees and undergrowth is now a fact. Sauceda. restructured into a wheat mill.

Garganta del An oak forest surrounds this short hike RÍO This path receives its name from Ara- faro Located between the Bolonia cove jarillo - The outset of this pathway is at the El tres amigos - Using the old salt works of Tres Amigos, which also shares in interest the pea- bic Guadalmesí, River of the Women. and Zahara, this trail leads to Cabo de Jarillo Recreational area, progressing the course of this path brings us close Puerto Oscuro ceful pond of El Picacho and the final Guadalmesí Its unique vegetation takes us back camarinal Gracia, topped by an old watchtower torre de meca through a route among stone pine trees. río arillo to one of the most interesting bird- section of the brook that names it. thousands of years, when the Medi- which now serves as the Camarinal The path takes us to the Recreational sanctuaries of the Parque Natural Bahía >> Puerto oscuro forms a valley and flows >> terranean was dominated by tropical >> Lighthouse. >> Area of Majales del Sol, where a eucalyp- >> de Cádiz. The itinerary starts at the into River Barbate, one of the most weather and forests of small trees There await the traveler extraordinary tus arboretum can be observed, a collec- Camposoto beach car park, progressing important in the province of Cadiz. On with leaves similar to those of the sights and the flight of seabirds, such tion of ten varieties used for experimen- to the South, until reaching a series of this way, we may contemplate remains laurel tree, hence its name of lauri- as the shearwater or the gannet. Du- tal purposes. Leaving behind the main observatories that bring closer to the that bear witness to activities such silva. We can still enjoy the presence ring the last portion of this trail, you path and following the indications we view the waders, with their long, thin as bakery, stockbreeding, and coal of these plants on the banks of River can enjoy the beautiful, panoramic will reach the end of the trail, the Torre and curved beaks: among others, stilts, industry. Guadalmesí and other parts of Los view of the dune of Bolonia and the de Meca and the Trafalgar outlook, from dunlins, avocets and spoonbills. Alcornocales. sublime Playa del Cañuelo. which to enjoy the panoramic views of The colorful flamingos are habitual the Tómbolo de Trafalgar and Los Caños inhabitants of this area, but the most de Meca. common species are seagulls, alongside the ever-present waders.

P.N. Sierra de E.N. de Doñana >> DEAR HIKER CERRO Departing from the farming colony of DEL ÁGUILA La algaida, we can cover the route leading to the pine forest of Monte Remain on the paths. No free camping. Río It is a nice route from El Bosque Salto del This path, which takes off from the Llanos This path (also known as Llanos Algaida, a repopulated forest where to Benamahoma, in the company of village of and leads to an del Revés) sets off in the vicinity of >> we will be able to find marshland Majaceite the River Majaceite, which is also Cabrero overlook, has the main interest of de Rabel Puerto de Los Acebuches, to then go shacks, a typical example of popular Place all trash No rock and mineral known as River of El Bosque and home allowing for the close contemplation deep into the Reservation Area of the architecture. in the containers. collection. >> to the elusive otters. >> of the unusual nature of El Salto >> Natural Park, reaching the Sierra del Circling the pine forest, we come You will discover an excellent gallery del Cabrero. Pinar’s shaded slopes. across a sandy area surrounded by forest, with black poplars, ashes and Being one of the most representative Little by little we approach the marshes and an elevation which has Respect private property. No plant collection. elm trees, and you will observe diffe- spots of the Sierra de Grazalema, Pinsapar and it will not be difficult traditionally named this path. rent means to take advantage of the its name makes reference to a fault to see one of the griffin vultures that course of the water to generate of impressive vertical walls, eighty inhabit the near Garganta Verde. Keep noise to a minimum. No animal capture. energy, such as mills and the Eléctrica meters deep and separated by a fifty This path has restricted access, requi- de la Sierra, the old power plant. meter breach. ring a special permit issued by the Of particular interest is the visit to the Consejería de Medio Ambiente of the No motor vehicles allowed. No fires allowed. Ecomuseum Molino de Benamahoma. Andalusian government. English R.N. Peñón de Zaframagón

Paths and Overlooks >> AND REMEMBER: VÍA VERDE This greenway, designed in the 30s, joins Garganta Garganta Verde is a spectacular LlanoS del The itinerary starts in Villaluenga del La Calzada This track connects Benaocaz and the towns of and > Use suitable footwear and comfortable clothing. DE LA SIERRA of the Natural Spaces of Cadiz Verde canyon of rock resulting from the Republicano Rosario and comes to an end in Los Lla- Romana following a well-preserved via an old train track (never used for > Protect yourself from the sun. lashing of the waters of Brook Boca- nos de Libar, previously passing through Roman road, the origins of which are that purpuse). This beautiful landscape > Bring along drinking water. leones, and ending in a cavity known Los Llanos del Republicano, which gives described on the trail’s informative >> route progresses parallel to the banks > Before starting with the path, check the weather forecast. >> as Cueva de la Ermita or Ermita de la >> name to the route. The entire route will >> signs. of rivers Guadalete and Guadalporcún; Garganta. Due to its similarity with let us appreciate important geological One of the most typical excursions among its points of interest, the Peñón the cupula of a religious temple. In formations and impressive views. A of the Natural Park, its final part, de Zaframagón, with a relevant colony >> PHOTOGRAPHS: EVARISTO BENAVENTE (PORTADA) / ROMÁN RÍOS (PORTADA) / JUAN TEBAR / addition, this emblematic enclave is sensation of isolation, peace and calm towards Ubrique, goes deep into of griffin vultures; the Junta de los Ríos; FERNANDO RUSO / FRANCISCO CRUCES / ANTONIO D. REVIRIEGO / the habitat of an important colony of prevails in this place and accompanies an oak forest, scattered with cattle and the Chaparro de la Vega (natural mo- CARLOS DE LA CALLE MIRIAM REIK / PEPE LUQUE / MIGUEL LORENZO VILCHEZ / griffon vultures. This is a restricted the hiker throughout its length. farms. Once within the town, it is nument). There are 30 tunnels, viaducts JOSÉ LUÍS GARCÍA / JOSÉ MARÍA CABALLERO / F. VARGAS / @JIDEFRO. access area, which requires of a There are a number of chasms along the definitively worth visiting some of its and stations along its course. special permit issued by the trail, which recommend walking with typical fountains. Consejería de Medio Ambiente due caution. Because of the presence of >> TRANSLATION: JESÚS DÍAZ VIDAL of the Andalusian government. cattle, all fences need be closed as we proceed. www.cadizturismo.com Long-Distance Paths ESTUDIOACTIVO.ES El El Torreón (1,648 m) is the highest El We begin the path that connects Gra- pUERTO de las This trail, that starts in El Puerto de el Bo- Torreón peak of both the sierra del Pinar Pinsapar zalema and Benamahoma with a climb presillas yar, will offer us the opportunity to learn and the whole province of Cadiz. The up the north slopes of the Sierra del about one of the mountain ranges with Corredor Verde With its 93 km, the Corredor Verde climb to its summit, of considerable Pinar, which grants a view in the dis- more personality of the Parque Natural Dos Bahías runs northwest-southeast, >> difficulty, offers the appeal of unrivalled >> tance of Grazalema, Ronda, the Sierra >> Sierra de Grazalema: the Sierra del Endri- Dos Bahías entirely on cattle routes of the province views of the Sierra de Grazalema, de las Nieves and even Sierra Nevada. nal. Its limestone formations, the elusive of Cadiz, from to , @CadizTurismo Los Alcornocales and even the Cadiz the main attraction lies in contempla- Iberian wild goat, its panoramic views >> through the municipalities of Medina coastline. The initial Mediterranean ting the pinsapos (Spanish firs) which and ethnological legacy in the shape of ice Sidonia and Benalup-Casas Viejas. forest formation makes way for the at first are dispersed, and then, in pits, limekilns, threshing floors and drinking naked rock at its summit where, with shaded areas, become a dense, thick, troughs will make of this beautiful path a Part of its route goes into the Los any luck, one can discern Iberian wild lush and magical forest. true pleasure for nature lovers. Alcornocales Natural Park, making it an goats. This path has restricted access, This path has restricted access, requi- From this track we will make out high ideal setting for tourist and recreational requiring a special permit issued by ring a special permit issued by the peaks in the topography of Cadiz such as activities. the Consejería de Medio Ambiente Consejería de Medio Ambiente of the El Reloj (1,535 m), El Simancón (1,569 m) of the Andalusian government. Andalusian government. and El Torreón (1,648 m), highest in the province.