Walking Holiday in Spain
Spain is the second most mountainous country
in Europe after Switzerland, combine this with its dramatic coastline and wonderful
climate, you have all the ingredients for an ideal walking holiday. Caserío
del Mirador is located in Marina Alta between Alicante and Valencia. The area
made famous by Bob Stansfield in his two volumes of Costa Blanca Mountain Walks
(published by Cicerone). They will inspire anyone to become interested in this
region of Spain with its own language and customs. The terrain is outstanding
with rock formations higher than anything in England and Wales where you can enjoy
panoramic views over the Mediterranean coast and across to the Baleric Isles.
An ideal area for a walking holiday in Spain. Walking is a journey of discovery
where you can enjoy different landscapes, learn about a new area while benefiting
from a little healthy exercise. There are a diversity of walks available for all
levels and interests. For the sake of ease, we divide our walks into categories
to give you a flavour of what is available and to help you select those ones you
are going to enjoy the most while you are here. Mountain
Walks
These are generally the most demanding, some may require a little
bit of a scramble at times but the rewards will be breath taking. We are situated
close to the Sierra de Bernia (1,100 meters), Sierra del Ferrier (900 meters),
and the Coll de Rates a local beauty spot. The Bernia mountain climb starts at
a natural water font, has a cave where you cross from one side of the mountain
to the other and passes the ruins of a castle. Coastal
Walks
With a skyline dominated by limestone rock formations, the peninsular
has many aspects from sandy bays to hidden coves. The best known climbs are the
Penon de Ifach, a 400 meter rock in Calpe and the Montgo, a 750 meter mountain
between Javea and Denia. For those simply just wanting to take in the sea breeze,
there is the promenade between the restaurants and beach at Arenal and a climb
down to Sardinera Cove, both in Javea. The castle at Denia, a historical port
since time began is also very popular. Scenic Rambles
The Jalon Valley is an agriculturally rich area, with vineyards, almond,
olive and citrus groves. If you want to escape the need to get in to your car,
there are several walks on our doorstep. A number of restaurants are a short distance
away, so you go as far or as near as you like. Town
and Country
The joys of market day and the local café bar are
central to life in rural Spain. These routes are for you to enjoy the local towns
and their surrounding country. They include Alcalali, Parcent, Lliber Benissa,
Oliva, Murla and of course Jalon. Seasonal Walks
Ever wondered how it would feel to walk among fragrant orange blossom, or under
the vibrant colours of almond blossom in February. These walks are to enjoy the
countryside at it best. Out of season, Spain is far from the dry arid image of
the summer. There are endless spring flowers, green and lush vines and beautiful
blossoms to savour. Accommodation for Walkers
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