The Top 7 Waterfalls around Nerja
However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 7
beautiful waterfalls to choose from around Nerja. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
beautiful waterfalls to choose from around Nerja. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
Last updated: October 30, 2025
Higuerón River Gorge and Waterfall
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The narrow gorge is really the highlight of the tour
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Río Verde Waterfalls, Barranco de las Chortales
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Very nice shady place to stay. You can even swim. Very refreshing, especially on hot summer days.
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Chillar River Waterfalls
Highlight • Waterfall
Variety of small waterfalls and pumps in the upper reaches invite you to swim and camp
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Petrified Trees Waterfall
Highlight • Waterfall
Spectacular geological formation. The erosion caused by the passage of water has left large grooves in the limestone rock.
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Río Higuerón Gorge
Highlight • Gorge
Not only a nice detour, but also a possible entry (coming from the north) to the official trail to Frigiliana.
In March 2019 (like Pilgrim Peter the year before) we …
In March 2019 (like Pilgrim Peter the year before) we …
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