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Do you enjoy walking and hiking in the countryside? Although better known as a sun and beach holiday destination, Benalmadena also offers many entertaining activities during the quieter and cooler winter months. Two of those activities are walking and hiking.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benalmadena boasts an impressive network of natural walking routes and trails from which you can experience unbelievable views of the Costa del Sol and beyond<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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These routes are spread over the Municipality’s vast expanse, which stretches into the hills and mountains behind Benalmadena Pueblo and Arroyo de la Miel. The town hall actively promotes these walking routes at travel trade fairs and also maintains and cleans the 6 routes it recommends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below, we\u2019ve put together a quick guide and summary of Benalmadena\u2019s six walking routes<\/strong> with approximate distances and difficulty levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you fancy trying all 6 routes, why not treat yourself to a few nights stay in Benalm\u00e1dena? Sunset Beach Club<\/a> Seafront Hotel-Apartments offer great value in the autumn and winter months and are the perfect choice for a comfortable stay. You can also relax at Happy Hour and enjoy the stunning sea views after a hard day’s trek! Our Leisure Desk can also advise you how best to get to the start of the walking routes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 1: Arroyo de los Muertos<\/h2>\n\n\n
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This route has two variants, \u2018Calamorro\u2019 and \u2018Ermita. \u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calamorro Route<\/em><\/strong><\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Distance:<\/strong> Approx. 3.5 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty Level<\/strong>: Low<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starts from<\/strong>: Arroyo de la Miel<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The route starts off just behind the Miguel Hern\u00e1ndez Public School (see map above). You\u2019ll make your way through a tunnel under the motorway and head up the mountain. Soon, you’ll come to a crossing; heading left will take you to the ermita (chapel) \u2013 See below \u2013 and if you take the trail on the right, you\u2019ll go all the way to the top of the Calamorro mountain<\/strong> (where the cable car stops). Those of you who have taken the cable car will know that the views from here are simply spectacular – and well worth the hike.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ermita Route<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Distance<\/strong>: Approx. 2 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty<\/strong>: Medium<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starts from<\/strong>: Arroyo de la Miel<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starts from the same place as the above \u2018Calamorro Route\u2019. You won\u2019t go all the way to the top of the mountain following this route, but the views from the ermita (chapel) are equally impressive. The last part of the route is a little steep, hence the reason for giving it a \u2018medium\u2019 difficulty level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 2: Los Le\u00f1adores<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Distance<\/strong>: Approx. 2.5 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty<\/strong>: Medium<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starts from<\/strong>: Benalm\u00e1dena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Access to this route is from the A-368 road joining Torremolinos and Benalmadena (Km 7). This is another short route with an easier start on tarmac until you reach the Benalm\u00e1dena quarry; the next couple of hundred metres is quite steep until you clear the quarry. From that point on, it\u2019s more of a gentle climb to the Puerto Viejo area near the top of the mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The highlights of this route are the views over the town of Benalm\u00e1dena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 3: El Quejigal<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Distance<\/strong>: Approx. 3 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty<\/strong>: Low<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starts from<\/strong>: Benalmadena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 3 (R-3) starts from a sharp corner on the A-368 road (very near to the start of Route 2). You\u2019ll make your way through a viaduct under the motorway and head up through a pine forest. Follow the trail all the way up to the area known as El Quejigal, an area of great ecological value<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll be able to see different species of eagles hunting for prey as well as mountain goats climbing the rocky walls of the mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 4: Tajo de la Sabia<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Distance<\/strong>: Approx. 3.5 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty<\/strong>: Medium<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starts from<\/strong>: Benalmadena Pueblo<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The route starts from Benalmadena Pueblo (see map) and has a choice of two trails, one taking you through a pine forest and the other a more direct route up the mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you near the summit, you\u2019ll go through what is perhaps one of the more densely populated pine forests<\/strong> in the area; a great place to stop and enjoy the peace and tranquility \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start planning your walking holiday! Book your stay at Sunset Beach Club Now >><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 5: Mina de la Trinidad<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Distance<\/strong>: Approx. 6 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty<\/strong>: Medium<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starts from<\/strong>: Benalmadena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More or less one kilometre from Benalmadena Pueblo (heading towards Mijas) on the A-368 road, there\u2019s a trail on the right-hand side; this is the start of the Route 5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This route takes you past an old mine (Mina de la Trinidad)<\/strong>. Although dangerous and only recommended for experienced hikers, you can go into the mine, which has various galleries with geological formations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The rest of the route is a steady climb to the \u2018Cerro del Moro\u2019 where you can stop and contemplate the breathtaking views over the Costa del Sol and, on a clear day, over towards Gibraltar and North Africa. This is also the start of Route 6, which we talk about next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Route 6: Los Cazadores<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Distance<\/strong>: Approx. 4.5 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Difficulty<\/strong>: Low<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starts from<\/strong>: Benalmadena (Cerro del Moro)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This route starts at an altitude of over 900 metres<\/strong> and takes you on a gentle downward slope along the mountain ridge towards the Puerto Viejo area. Due to its location, this route actually joins on to many of the other routes mentioned above (see map).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can join Route 1 here and challenge yourself by climbing the steep trail (150m change in altitude) up to the top of the Calamorro Mountain; as mentioned earlier, the views from here are spectacular, making it the ideal spot for a great photo! \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A few Recommendations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re planning on exploring one of these amazing routes, there are just a few things you need to keep in mind in order to make your walk more enjoyable and help look after the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n