Before reaching the northern entrance to the Caminito del Rey, you pass through a short tunnel, the Tunel de los Tafonis'. Taphonis are cavities in the sandstone rock created by erosion.

More information on the formation of the orographic/geological environment of the El Chorro region (Malaga): dialnet.unirioja.es/descarga/articulo/8712992.pdf

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Harald Schramm (Schocker)

June 8, 2024

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Even the short hike from the car park to the entrance of the Caminito del Rey has its charm.

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CycMinPin22

May 14, 2024

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What a fantastic way to start the walk

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Elevation 380 m

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