This sandy area is a natural area of Petrel, in the province of Alicante. It is a huge dune formation that, unlike the others, is located inland instead of on the coast. It is made up of fragments from the disintegration of rocks that over the years have been affected by changes in temperature, wind, humidity, etc.

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The Arenal de l'Almortxó is a municipal natural area located in the northwest of Petrer, in the province of Alicante. It is a truly unique site due to its geology and biodiversity, and stands out as the largest active inland sandbank in the Iberian Peninsula.

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1. Almortxó Sand Dunes – Caprala Spring loop from Petrer

13.7km

04:09

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Cruz de Caprala – Almortxó Sand Dunes loop from Paratge Natural Municipal Arenal de l’Almorxó

8.28km

02:51

280m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Almortxó Sand Dunes – Caprala Camp loop from Paratge Natural Municipal Arenal de l’Almorxó

6.27km

01:43

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 490 m

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Location: Petrer, Vinalopo, Alicante, Spain

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Almortxó Sand Dunes

1. Almortxó Sand Dunes – Caprala Spring loop from Petrer

2. Cruz de Caprala – Almortxó Sand Dunes loop from Paratge Natural Municipal Arenal de l’Almorxó

3. Almortxó Sand Dunes – Caprala Camp loop from Paratge Natural Municipal Arenal de l’Almorxó

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