Day trips - Nature and Sports
Nature lovers and sports enthusiasts will not be disappointed in the area around El Refugio. There are many beautiful walks to be made in the Natural Park Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara y Alhama, which can be reached directly from our B&B. There is a beautiful suitable route for every type of walker. From a round walk to Alcaucín of over an hour to a tough day trip to La Maroma, the highest point (at 2,069m) of the natural park.
During your stay we can help you determine and/or put together a suitable route.
Boquete de Zafarraya (20 min drive from El Refugio, 1.5 hour walk)
From the gardens of our B&B we have a direct view of 'Boquete de Zafarraya' or the Zafarraya pass (992m). Here in 1979 the remains of Neanderthals were found in a cave, including a jaw, which is the best preserved jaw from that time. This cave is not accessible to the public. In about 45 minutes you climb from the parking lot to the top from where you have a spectacular view of both the Axarquia valley to the sea, as well as the plateau on the other side of the pass.
El Saltillo (20 min drive from El Refugio, 3 hours walk)
This walk (8 km) with its spectacular 54 meter long suspension bridge at a height of 70 meters, is also called the little brother of the 'Caminito del Rey'. It is not a circular walk which means that you walk the same way back.
The King's Walk (90 min drive, 3 hours walk)
El Caminito del Rey is a walking path through the El Chorro gorge. The path is a maximum of one meter wide and is located 100 meters above the river 'El Chorro' against the rock walls. It can and may only be walked from the northern side (the entrance) to the southern side (the exit). For this walk you must reserve tickets well in advance. This can be done via the official site Caminito del Rey tickets .
Misuse
There are several challenging routes waiting for cycling enthusiasts and we are happy to help you find a route that suits your level and wishes.
Electric mountain bike
It is also possible to rent an electric mountain bike directly from our Boutique B&B El Refugio through our partner Andaluz E-Bikes.
Whether you like to explore gravel roads, climb mountains or ride down hills, an e-mountain bike makes riding terrain that would otherwise be too steep or challenging suddenly feasible and even enjoyable. You can enjoy the scenery and natural beauty around you, without excessive physical exertion.
For more information Andaluz E-bikes
But if you want something less strenuous, a lovely (flat) bike ride along the coast is also possible. In the coastal town of Torre del Mar, there are bicycles (also electric) for rent in various places
During your visit to our B&B we can certainly give you some useful tips.
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