Valencia and its Community offers us magnificent natural spaces that we can discover through fantastic hiking trails of all levels of difficulty.
Natural parks, an outstanding cultural heritage and spectacular mountain formations await you . There are also numerous natural pools or waterfalls that we can enjoy in the Valencian geography.
Will you join me in discovering this selection of hiking trails in Valencia? I am convinced that you will enjoy the excursions. The only requirement is that you help us protect the places you visit. It is our responsibility. And now… Let’s go!
1. Chulilla Hanging Bridges Route
10 km +300 m. gradient / Easy difficulty
Starting from the beautiful town of Chulilla , this surprising, simple and fun excursion takes us through the impressive Turia River Canyon , in the Municipal Natural Park “Los Calderones”, a deep gorge with walls of more than 80 meters.
The route takes us to the Loriguilla Reservoir , which, in addition to offering magnificent views, was the origin of this path, as it was the one used by the workers who built the dam in the 1950s. Hence, this excursion is also known as the route of the swamp dwellers .
The area has become very popular in recent years and currently has a maximum capacity of 500 people on weekends, with a €1 eco-tax being required at the start of the route.
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2. Forat de Bèrnia (Benissa, Alicante)
7 km +350 m. gradient / Medium difficulty
This hiking route in the province of Alicante will allow you to discover one of the most fascinating places in the entire Valencian Community: El Forat de Bèrnia , a cave-viewpoint with views of the bay of Altea that no one wants to miss. It is usually very busy on weekends, so our recommendation is that you try to visit it during the week.
3. Montanejos family route
4.5 km +250 m. gradient / Medium-Easy difficulty
Starting at the beautiful Fuente de los Baños de Montanejos , this family excursion will allow you to discover fascinating places such as the Estrecho de Chillapájaros, the Cirat dam and its turquoise waters or the Cueva Negra, a spectacular cavity that you can enter. All this in a route of just 4.5 kilometres that you can do with children from 8 years old.
4. The Roman Aqueduct of Peña Cortada (Calles – Chelva)
9 km +300 m. (round trip from Calles)
If we talk about routes in Valencia that you cannot miss, this is undoubtedly one of them. In the region of Los Serranos, in the interior of Valencia, we find a unique cultural heritage : the Roman Aqueduct of Peña Cortada , which runs between the municipalities of Tuéjar, Chelva, Calles and Domeño.
The most famous and spectacular part of the Roman aqueduct is found in Calles: two monumental bridges that allow you to cross the Rambla de Alcotas and the Barranco de la Cueva del Gato. Click on the button below to see all the details of the route:
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5. Anna’s Three Waterfalls Route
3 km +100 m. / Medium Difficulty
Starting the route in the village of Anna (Canal de Navarrés, Valencia), in just 10 minutes we are immersed in a fascinating “lost world” with tropical vegetation and spectacular waterfalls. This is the route that I recommend doing during the week to avoid crowds.
The path leads us, with water, greenery and freshness as protagonists, to the spectacular Cascada del Salto , which plunges 25 metres from the Gorgo de la Escalera .
The route, although short and not excessively complicated, does require us to overcome some steep steps and small climbs . It is well worth it.
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6. Chirel Castle
3 km +200 m. (circular) / Easy Difficulty
This is possibly the castle with the best views in the entire Valencian Community. A fortress built during the Muslim period that looks out over the Júcar canyons from its privileged location. The route that allows you to reach the castle is short but with a considerable climb , so remember to equip yourself appropriately and, above all, we must be very respectful of the environment .
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7. The Chelva Water Route
7.5 km +250 m. gradient / Easy difficulty
We visited the beautiful town of Chelva , in the region of Los Serranos. It is worth spending time there visiting its magnificent old town. And it is not in vain that Chelva has obtained the 7th place as the capital of rural tourism in 2021.
The Water Route begins in the town centre and, following the course of the Tuéjar or Chelva river, will take us to discover river landscapes of great beauty, old mills, tunnels and bathing areas. A very complete and attractive route, ideal for enjoying with the family.
Our tip: take a look at the best accommodations in Chelva and enjoy a weekend getaway.
8. Júcar Canyons Route (Jalance)
10 km +250 m. / Easy Difficulty
In the interior of the province of Valencia, the Júcar River gives rise to a series of spectacular canyons. Some of them can be explored via a river cruise, while others are accessible via routes such as this one, which begins near the town of Jalance . It is of easy difficulty and will allow you to discover a fascinating landscape and a surprising history of hydraulic constructions. We tell you all the details on the ViveCV website:
9. Los Chorradores de Navarrés (Valencia)
3 km. Suitable for children (always supervised)
In the region of La Canal de Navarrés, just over an hour from Valencia by car, we find a good collection of places with water, with pools and waterfalls. This is the case of this simple route in which a path carved into the rock takes us into a corner of lush vegetation, with several fountains and a powerful waterfall (in the rainy season).
10. The Greenway of the Sea (Benicàssim)
12 km / Easy Difficulty
This beautiful walk with sea views is one of the most beautiful routes in Valencia and specifically between the towns of Benicàssim and Oropesa del Mar, in the province of Castellón .
The route runs along an old railway line converted into a Green Way, passing through tunnels and passages dug into the rock, with magnificent views of the Mediterranean and the added attraction of the old 16th century watchtowers to monitor the coast against pirate attacks of the time.
This route is ideal for families, whether on foot or by bike. You can’t miss it!
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11. The Relleu Footbridge
9 km +200 m. gradient / Easy difficulty
Known as “El Caminito del Rey in Alicante”, this hiking route, which starts in the pretty village of Relleu, takes us from the town centre to the spectacular canyon carved by the waters of the Amadorio River. Next to the old Relleu dam and its reservoir, this dizzying wooden walkway suspended over the ravine begins , not suitable for people with a fear of heights. A viewing point with a glass floor and a descent section with stairs will test your senses… Are you up for the challenge?
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12. The Serpis Green Route
13 km +200 m. gradient (one way only) / Easy difficulty
Like all greenways, this route runs along an old railway line; in this case, the Alcoy – Gandía railway, which made the industrial revolution of “little Barcelona” (Alcoy) possible by providing it with a means of communication with the coast, overcoming a rugged terrain.
For our hiking (or cycling) route, we are going to focus on the section between Villalonga (Valencia) and l’Orxa ( Alicante ), about 13 kilometres long (one way) and with a very moderate gradient. We are in an area of great environmental value (the Protected Landscape of Serpis) and of great historical-cultural value. As it is a round trip route, we can walk as long as we want and then return along the same path. An ideal excursion to enjoy with the family.
13. Guadalest Reservoir Circular
10 km. on road and asphalt / Easy difficulty
For our next route in Valencia, we visit the most beautiful village in Alicante and one of the most beautiful in Spain: El Castell de Guadalest. In this magnificent natural setting, surrounded by the most impressive mountain ranges in Alicante, we are going to take a hiking route for all audiences that, bordering the Guadalest reservoir, will allow us to discover this magnificent valley at a slow pace, savouring every corner of the way. It is essential to combine it with a visit to the town of Guadalest and savour the local cuisine.
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14. Penyagolosa peak, the highest point of Castellón
10 km and +575 gradient / Medium Difficulty
Conquering the highest peak in Castellón and the most emblematic of the entire Valencian Community is possible for anyone with a good physical condition and a minimum of hiking experience. To do so, we are going to take one of the official routes of the Penyagolosa Natural Park , in the interior of Castellón. A route that never disappoints and is undoubtedly one of the essential routes in the Valencian geography.
15. The Turche Cave of Buñol
Short route / Easy difficulty
More than a hiking route, in this case it is a simple walk that allows us to get to know this place that, in the rainy season, allows us to enjoy a spectacular waterfall. A place that, although it has suffered the effects of overcrowding, continues to be a good alternative to enjoy nature very close to Valencia.
