Hiking in Alicante: the best routes on a cool February day

HE winter It continues to show its best face in the province. Even though the sun is shining, it’s starting to get really cold. Besides these reasons, winter is a Ideal time for walking. Alicante province There are many hiking trails It is ideal to do this in these months. We recommend three that are ideal to do this weekend. You are free to add your preferred route to the list.

Walking routes in Alicante

Pack your shoes and get ready to spend a weekend surrounded by nature in some of the most spectacular places in the province.

when you think hiking trails The route through the city is, of course, one of the first things that come to mind. Red Font. And if this natural park is beautiful at any time of the year, in winter it turns into incredible colors, making it an unforgettable experience. You will also find many tree species in the region that lose their leaves during these months.

View of Font Roja Preserve in Alcoy from where the hiking route begins. Juani Ruz


The route starts next to Font Roja temple, where you can leave the car. It’s a circular route that’s less than 7 kilometers (6.7 km) in length, so it will take you two and a half or three hours to complete, depending on the stops you make. It is an easy route, suitable even with children, who will enjoy the multicolored view of deciduous trees and the leaves falling on the ground like no one else.

You will find many points of interest as well as scenery along the route. Cova Gelada and comments from Menejador peak are some of the most notable.

HE Guadalest reservoir It is one of the most photographed spots of the province. The surroundings of the swamp are an ideal place for hiking in winter. It is a very easy trip that children or people who are not used to walking can also participate in. Known as the “emerald jewel” of Alicante, the reservoir reflects the ocher colors of the trees surrounding it at that time, creating a magical view.

Guadalest Reservoir


The route starts near the reservoir dam, where you can leave the car. The road initially runs along an asphalt road with little traffic and few irregularities. If you do the entire circular route you will cover approximately 11 kilometers, meaning it will take approximately four hours, but this time depends on the stops you make along the way and your physical condition.

transit route enchanted valley It starts in the urban area of ​​the planes. You can leave the car in the square. From here you will travel 11 kilometers on a circular route that will take approximately 4 hours. It has steep slopes similar to the one leading to the Via Crucis.

The route through Barranco de la Encantada is ideal for autumn hiking.


In general, it is an easy trip that children can also participate in, passing through paths, rural roads and paths.

Source: Informacion

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