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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in Malaga

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Malaga and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.

Last updated: November 14, 2025

Enginal Pass, Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park

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very original and wildly romantic nature reserve

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Climb to Puerto del León from Málaga

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Increase in alpine dimensions, which actually begins in Malaga. It goes steadily uphill to 900 meters. You start almost at zero. The percentages reach 11-12% in the peak. There are …

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Encina Pass

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Puerto de la Encina is well signposted, with a wide esplanade and signs making it clear that we have arrived. It offers views of Malaga city and the mountains of …

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Bolina Pass

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Passport with passport plate. What more do you want. Good view. You can find it here too.

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Wind Pass

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One of the most emblematic ports in the province of Malaga. Very popular with cyclists seeing the number of cycling club stickers on the port sign. Great views of Cerro del Viento and other mountains that surround us.

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Road section with views of the Sierra de las Nieves

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Puerto del Viento is a climb in the Costa del Sol region that is popular with cyclists and walkers. The pass connects Ronda to El Burgo and is approximately 13.3 …

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Puerto Blanquillo

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We start the route to climb Lucero (1774 m) in Puerto Blanquillo, after traveling an unpaved road for 12 km. It is recommended to take a car with high suspension to avoid problems.

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Puerto del Sol (1085 m)

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Tough climb: gradient is consistently at or above 8%, with switchbacks not really bringing much relief. The views though, on the Axarquia valley, are stunning all the way to the …

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View of the Sierra de Almijara

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mountain range in the hinterland of Frigiliana

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Huerta Grande Pass

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Nice view on different sides. A few meters up the hill to the locked fire department and you have a wonderful all-round view, including Cerro Lucero, Cerro Verde, etc.

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Sheep Pass

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Located 600 meters above sea level, this port serves as a viewpoint of the coast and the mountains of Mijas. It is accessible from Benalmádena, Torremolinos and Alhaurín de la …

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Enginal Pass, Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara and Alhama Natural Park

Climb to Puerto del León from Málaga

Encina Pass

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Road section with views of the Sierra de las Nieves

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