We have compiled for you the most impressive hiking trails in Valencia… would you like to discover them?
The Valencian Community offers us magnificent natural areas that we can discover through fantastic excursions 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 to discover this selection of hiking trails in Valencia?
I am convinced that you will enjoy the excursions.
The only requirement is that you help us to protect the places you visit. It is our responsibility. And now… On the Go!
Best Hiking Routes in Valencia and the Comunitat de Valencia
1. Route of the Hanging Bridges of Chulilla
- 10km +300m Slope / Difficulty Easy
Starting from the beautiful town of Chulilla , this surprising, simple and fun excursion leads us through the impressive Turia River Canyon , in the “Los Calderones” Municipal Natural Park, 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, since 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 pantaneros .
The area has been very popular in recent years and, currently, there is a maximum capacity of 500 people on weekends, and it is necessary to pay an ecotax of €1 at the beginning of the route.
2. The Forat de Bèrnia (Benissa, Alicante)
- 7 km +350 m. Difficulty Level / Difficulty: Medium
This hiking route in the province of Alicante will allow you to discover one of the most fascinating places in the Valencian Community: El Forat de Bèrnia, a cave-viewpoint overlooking the bay of Altea that nobody wants to miss.
It is usually very crowded on weekends, so our recommendation is that you try to visit it during the week.
3. The Straits and the Black Cave of Montanejos
- 4.5 km +250 m. Difficulty Level / Difficulty Medium-Easy
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 cave that you can enter.
All this in a route of just 4.5 kilometers 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)
- Difficulty Easy-Medium
If we talk about routes in Valencia that you can not miss, this is certainly 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 best known and most spectacular part of the Roman aqueduct can be found in Calles: two monumental bridges that span the Rambla de Alcotas and the Barranco de la Cueva del Gato ravine. Click on the button below to consult all the details of the route:
5. Route of the Three Waterfalls of Anna
- 3 km +100 m.
- Medium Difficulty
Starting the route in the village of Anna (the Canal de Navarrés, VAlencia), in just 10 minutes we dive into a fascinating “lost world” with tropical vegetation and spectacular waterfalls.
This is this route that I recommend to do during the week to avoid crowds.
The path leads us, with green water and freshness as protagonists, to the spectacular Cascada del Salto, which plunges in a 25-meter fall from the Gorgo de la Escalera.
The route, although short and not excessively complicated, does force us to overcome some steps with steep slopes and small climbs . It is well worth it.
6. Chirel Castle
- 3 km +200 m. (circular) / Difficulty Easy
Possibly we are in front of the castle with the best views of all the Valencian Community. A fortress built during the period of Muslim domination that overlooks the canyons of the Júcar from its privileged location. The route to reach the castle is short but with a considerable climb, so remember to equip yourself properly and, above all, we must be very respectful of the environment.
7. The Water Route of Chelva
- 7.5km +250m Slope / Difficulty Easy
We visited the beautiful town of Chelva, in the region of Los Serranos. There it is worth entertaining yourself visiting its magnificent old town. And it is not in vain that Chelva has obtained the 7th position as capital of rural tourism in 2021.
The Water Route begins in the town itself 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 very attractive route, ideal to enjoy with the family.
Our advice: take a look at the best accommodation in Chelva and enjoy a weekend getaway.
8. Route of the Canyons of the Júcar (Jalance)
- 10 km +250 m. / Difficulty Easy
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 by river cruise, while others are accessible through routes such as this one, which begins near the town of Jalance. It is of easy difficulty and will allow you to get to know 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 (under supervision)
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 (during the rainy season).
10. The Greenway of the Sea (Benicàssim)
- 12 km / Difficulty Easy
This beautiful walk with sea views is among 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 Greenway, through tunnels and passages carved into the rock, with magnificent views of the Mediterranean and the added attraction of the ancient watchtowers of the sixteenth century to guard the coast against pirate attacks of the time.
This route is ideal for the whole family, both on foot and by bicycle.
You can’t miss it!
11. The Relleu Footbridge
- 9 km +200 m. Slope / Difficulty Easy
Known as “El Caminito del Rey alicantino”, this hiking route starting in the beautiful village of Relleu approaches us from the town center to the spectacular canyon carved by the waters of the river Amadorio. Next to the old dam of Relleu and its reservoir begins this vertiginous wooden footbridge suspended over the ravine and not suitable for people with fear of heights. A viewpoint with a glass floor and a downhill section with stairs will test your senses… Do you accept the challenge?
12. The Serpis Greenway
- 13 km +200 m. Slope (one way only) / Difficulty Easy
Like all the greenways, this route takes place on an old railway line; in this case, the Alcoy – Gandía railway, which made possible the industrial revolution of “little Barcelona” (Alcoy), by granting it a communication route with the coast, overcoming an abrupt orography.
For our hiking route (or by bike), we are going to focus on the section between Villalonga (Valencia) and l’Orxa ( Alicante ), about 13 kilometers long (one way) and a very moderate slope. We are in a space of great environmental value (the Serpis Protected Landscape) and of great historical-cultural value. Being a round trip route, we can walk until we feel like it and then return the same way. An ideal excursion to enjoy with the family.
13. Circular of the Guadalest reservoir
- 10 km. on road and asphalt / Difficulty Level Easy
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 of Alicante, we will make a hiking route for everyone that, bordering the Guadalest reservoir, will allow us to discover this magnificent valley at a slow pace, savoring every corner of the way.
Essential to combine with a visit to the village of Guadalest and savor the local cuisine.
14. The Penyagolosa peak, roof of Castellón.
- 10 km. and +575 elevation gain / Medium Difficulty
Conquering the highest peak of Castellón and the most emblematic of all the Comunitat Valenciana is something possible for anyone with a good physical shape and a minimum of experience in hiking.
To do this, we are going to do one of the official routes of the Penyagolosa Natural Park, in the interior of Castellón.
A route that never disappoints and that undoubtedly is among the essential of the Valencian geography.
15. The Cave of Turche de Buñol
- Short course / Difficulty Level Easy
More than a hiking route, in this case it is a simple walk that allows us 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, is still a good alternative to enjoy nature very close to Valencia.
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