A circular walk is easy to plan: you start and finish in the same place, so there is no need for transport. The routes below are loops in Andalucía that we grade easy or moderate.
Loops are also easy to extend, so carry enough water and a small kit.
Region
Circular walks in Andalucía
Routes to try
Picked from our route data. Grades and times are our own estimates, not official.
Los Cahorros de Monachil10.0 km3 h 40 min445 m upModerate (est.)
Mirador de Narváez4.6 km1 h 30 min120 m upEasy (est.)
Gaitanejo4.2 km1 h 30 min165 m upEasy (est.)
Las Errizas de las Gallegas (PR-A 166)3.0 km1 h 15 min150 m upEasy (est.)
Sendero Las Fuentes de Lubrín (PR-A 92)13.5 km4 h 15 min330 m upModerate (est.)
Playas del Negratín - Catedrales de Geoparque (PR-A 497)13.4 km4 h 10 min295 m upModerate (est.)
Circular Prado Maguillo (PR-A 199)13.2 km4 h 05 min305 m upModerate (est.)
Cerro de Hinojares (PR-A 256)12.7 km4 h 25 min480 m upModerate (est.)
Sendero del Poyo (PR-A 257)12.5 km4 h 20 min445 m upModerate (est.)
Segura de la Sierra - Moralejos (PR-A 198)12.3 km4 h 15 min455 m upModerate (est.)
Cordel de la Solana (PR-A 16)11.7 km4 h390 m upModerate (est.)
Alicún - Gatuna (PR-A 307)11.5 km4 h 15 min520 m upModerate (est.)
Before you go
- Carry more water than the route seems to need. Shade and springs are rare.
- Heat is the main risk from June to September. Walk early or late.
- Check the route page for river crossings after rain.
Gear we recommend
Circular routes are easy to extend, so carry enough water and a small kit.
- SKYSPER 25L hiking backpackA breathable 25 litre daypack for water, lunch and a spare layer.See on Amazon.es
- Anykuu folding trekking polesFold small, and save your knees on descents.See on Amazon.es
- CLIF BAR energy barsEasy to eat on the trail when you need a quick boost.See on Amazon.es
- OTTO KONING insulated steel water bottleKeeps water cold through a hot afternoon.See on Amazon.es
- INOXTO hydration backpack with 1.5L bladderSip on the move without stopping to dig out a bottle.See on Amazon.es
- Katadyn BeFree 1L water filter bottleFilters stream water in seconds, light and easy to clean.See on Amazon.es
- HONYAO 90 piece first aid kitCompact kit covering blisters, cuts and scrapes.See on Amazon.es
- Compeed blister plastersThe classic fix when a hot spot turns into a blister.See on Amazon.es
- Garmin Forerunner 165 GPS watchTracks distance, pace and elevation.See on Amazon.es
- Clear navigation compassA simple, battery free backup.See on Amazon.es
- Dreamhigh insulated food flask 550mlHot soup or pasta at lunch on a cold day.See on Amazon.es
- Foldable outdoor seat cushions, set of 2Dry, insulated seat for rocks and viewpoint breaks.See on Amazon.es
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Use at your own risk
Information only. Conditions change, the data can be wrong, and you are responsible for your own safety. Check the official bulletins on the day, tell someone your route and call 112 in an emergency.
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