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Caminito del Rey
Ardales / El Chorro, Málaga, Andalusia, Spain
Moderate · 8 km · 3–4 hours
Point to point
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Distance
8 km
Difficulty
Moderate
Estimated Time
3–4 hours
Route Type
Point to point
Location
Ardales / El Chorro, Málaga, Andalusia, Spain
About This Hike
A spectacular one-way walking experience through the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes landscape, featuring elevated walkways, dramatic gorges and striking natural scenery.
Adventure Highlights
- Views
- Water
- Elevated walkways
- Dramatic gorge scenery
- Reservoir and valley landscapes
- Unique walking experience
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What to Expect
- Terrain
- Rocky
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Typical duration
- 3–4 hours
- Route character
- Point to point
What to Bring
Check the weather and route conditions before setting out and prepare appropriately for your adventure.
Before You Go
- Check current weather
- Check route conditions
- Make sure the route matches your ability
- Carry suitable water and equipment
- Let someone know your plans when appropriate
General guidance — AllHikes does not provide live weather or verified trail conditions.
Where You'll Hike
- Country
- Spain
- Region
- Andalusia
- Area
- Ardales / El Chorro, Málaga
- Starting location
- Northern access near Ardales
This is a controlled-access, one-way route (not circular). Before visiting, check the official operator's access, ticketing and visitor requirements at caminitodelrey.info.
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