Holy Week is the perfect time to make a getaway and dive into nature. If you are a hiking lover and look for routes that combine mountainous landscapes, waterfalls and hidden corners, the province of Valencia is the ideal destination. With a wide variety of routes that adapt to all levels, this region offers spectacular landscapes, perfect to enjoy the outdoors and disconnect from the daily routine.
Valencia stands out for its landscape diversity, since it counts from quiet river trails to roads that cross impressive cannons and ravines. The routes, such as those that lead to the waterfalls of Anna or the hung bridges of Chulilla, do not offer only unforgettable views, but also the possibility of cooling in natural pools during the route. In addition, each path has something special, be it the serenity of the Montanejos forests or the historical charm of Chelva.
With these routes, hikers can enjoy the tranquility of nature and the emotion of discovering new paths.
Anna Waterfalls and Gorgos Route
Anna It is a charming municipality of the region of The Navarrés Canalinside the province of Valencia. He is known for his impressive landscape with waterfalls, pools and fountains, creating a water system of great beauty. The route travels all these points of interest, including the Anna Albufera and the Palacio de los Condes de Cervellónknown as the ‘Little Valencian Alhambra’.
The route has about nine kilometers and is considered of moderate difficulty, with slippery stretches, river crossings and some climbing areas. It is recommended to do it in spring or summer, when, in addition, you can enjoy the bathrooms.
The tour begins in the Anna Albuferasurrounded by vegetation and with a public pool. From there, the path to the Staircasea crystalline waters pool, and then it reaches the Gorgo Gaspar waterfall and the Vikings waterfall. Later, the Salto waterfall is reached, a very photographed place.
The road continues to the ruins of the Salto electric power plant and enters the town of Anna, where you can visit the square and Immaculate Conception Churchhe Balsa laundry and the Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón. After ROAD DE LAS FUENTESthrough the SOURCE OF SANTA MARÍAthe source below, the source above and the Black sourceuntil reaching Catalan gorgoanother beautiful natural pool.
Hanging bridges route
This spectacular route in Chulillaa small and picturesque municipality about 60 kilometers west of the city of Valencia, travels a gorge excavated by the Turia River and passes through two hanging bridges and several points of natural and historical interest. In their circular route, the Turia cannonsthe Loriguilla reservoir, the cave paintings of the Barranco de Valfiguera and the Blue Charco, an iconic Turkish waters pool.
The path begins in the Chulilla parking lot, following the CV-394 to the ravine of the cave, with impressive views of the Hoces del Turia. Then in The calderonesthe hanging bridges are crossed, the first twelve meters high, to continue along the riverbank to the Loriguilla reservoir.
From there, the road rises to 479 meters altitude, and then descend to the Valfiguera ravine, where cave paintings are discovered in 1998. After climbing the hillside, the path offers panoramic views of Cerro Negro and La Moratilla, before turning towards Chulilla. Before finishing, SL-CV 74 follows, bordering the Turia river to the blue puddle. The tour ends with a last climb to the urban center of Chulilla.
Montanejos route
The route in Montanejosa municipality located in the province of Castellón, is one of the best in the Valencian Community, combining spectacular nature and hydrological beauty. Is part of the Alto Mijares region and it is a circular route of just under 13 kilometers. The tour begins near the Arenós reservoir, known for its relief that, on special days, offers an impressive water jet, embellishing the Mijares river. On the way you can explore the Black Cave and the Strait of Chillapájaros and enjoy panoramic views of the Cira reservoir.
The path, known as a family path or path of the narrow ones, ascends on the slope of the ravine, with impressive views of the landscape. The black cave, a great cavity is visited and then continues towards the Straits of Chillapájaros, with impressive rock formations. The route passes near the CIRAT reservoir and ends at the Bathroom sourcea place of hot springs near Montanejos, where the parking lot is located.
The tour has a moderate difficulty, with some slippery areas and stretches of ascent. It is suitable for experienced hikers and, although it has accessible parts for children, the journey in general is not ideal for people with limited mobility. It is advisable to wear good mountain shoes, water, sun protection and canes.
Chelva Water Route
Chelva It is a municipality located in the province of Valencia, is located inside the province, in the region of the Serranos. This hiking route in Chelva is ideal to enjoy the natural landscape, since it goes through tunnels, sources and precious mountain places. It is a very simple circular route that has about seven kilometers in length, ideal to do with friends or family.
We start in the Plaza Mayor of Chelva and continue on several streets until we reach the parking lot of Port mill. From there, we look for the Playeta, a fenced bath area. Then, we take a path that goes up by stairs of wood and earth, taking ourselves to the caves of Olinches, some tunnels of 100-200 meters where we must bend. When leaving the cave, we walk 700 meters more to the Olinches dam.
To return, we continue the same route to Molino Puerto. There, we crossed a wooden bridge and follow the river to the Pícon area of the Fountain of the Cuco. We cross another bridge and climb on the stairs to the next indicator of ‘Route del Agua la Luz’. We go down there and return along the same path, passing again through the source of the cuckoo. Finally, we climbed a ladder to the Plaza Mayor, passing through the streets Zurrería, El Arabal and Caballeros.
Carbo River Waterfall
The route to Carbo River Waterfall Start in Villahermosa del Ríoa municipality located in the province of Castellón, in the Alto Mijares region. It is about 50 kilometers north of the city of Castellón and about 25 kilometers southeast of the city of Teruel. The municipality is surrounded by an impressive natural environment, with mountains, forests and several rivers, such as the Carbo River, which crosses the area and is the protagonist of our route.
We start from the Plaza de la Iglesia de Villahermosa del Río and follow the streets of the town to deviate to the left, following the GR-7 brands. We continue along a concrete road that we abandon to continue through the riverbed, crossing it several times without difficulty. If it has rained a lot, this part may be impassable, so it is essential to be cautious and previously informed.
We go through the Roncales farmhouse, With a water source, and then we reach an area with small waterfalls and pools where many bathe, especially this season. We continue crossing the river through stones, until we reach the mill below, where there is also a pool to bathe. Then, we get gently until we reach a crossing where we continue towards the waterfall.
Before arriving, we find a sign that guides us for an easy descent to the Carbo River Waterfallwhere we can climb a little to enjoy a bathroom in its crystalline waters. Then, we visited the Petita cascade, a small nearby pool. Being a linear route, we return along the same road to Villahermosa del Río.
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