Description
The mountains inland from the Costa del Sol.
The Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara, and Alhama feature limestone ridges, deep valleys, and peaks reaching over 2000 meters. The area is easily accessible from Nerja and Vélez-Málaga, yet offers a starkly different experience from the coast. The book demonstrates how a seaside holiday base can serve as a starting point for varied hiking days in the mountain landscape.
Thirty-two graded walks with diverse destinations.
The selection ranges from shorter walks to more extensive ascents. Peaks such as La Maroma, El Cielo, and Cisne are among the options, while other routes provide experiences in valleys and near villages. The gradings assist in comparing length and terrain before choosing what suits your experience and the specific day.
Maps and local knowledge for planning.
Route descriptions and maps provide support when following trails and minor connections in the mountains. The book also gathers practical information on starting points and execution, with background that places the landscape in context. This allows you to choose walks based on more than just peak height, finding alternatives that combine nature and local sites along the way.
Choose season and destination with care.
Summer heat can make long ascents demanding, while the highest areas may have entirely different conditions than the coast during cooler periods. The guide is suitable for hikers who wish to choose between different levels and adapt their trips according to weather and experience. A short drive from the beach does not mean the mountains should be treated as a simple stroll.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher emerged among climbers and mountaineers who wanted to share thorough knowledge of their routes – a tradition that still characterizes these compact books for walking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Jim Ryan. English language. 176 pages. Second edition, published 2024. ISBN 9781786311764.
