Álora Castle, located on the Cerro de las Torres, has a rich history that spans from its Phoenician and Roman origins to its reconstruction by the Arabs, who turned it …

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February 29, 2024

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Álora Castle is an ancient fortress located in the Malaga town of Álora, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain. Its history dates back to Phoenician and Roman times, but its current construction is of Arab origin.

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May 19, 2023

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On the way from Málaga to El Chorro / Royal Road Caminito del Rey, be sure to pass through Alora with its beautiful Arabian castle!
From the Arabian castle you have a great view of El Torcal, the Huma and the El Chorro gorge.
In Alora there are also great local products, such as the registered olive variety Aloreña, delicious red wine, various herbal honeys and goat, sheep and cow cheese, not forgetting Pan Cateto!

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1. Álora Town Hall – Álora loop from Álora

7.12km

02:07

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Álora Town Hall – Álora Castle loop from Álora

2.13km

00:36

50m

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

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3. Álora Town Hall – Álora loop from Álora

2.78km

00:48

70m

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

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Elevation 210 m

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Location: Álora, Centro-Sur O Guadalorce, Malaga, Andalusia, Spain

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Álora Castle

1. Álora Town Hall – Álora loop from Álora

2. Álora Town Hall – Álora Castle loop from Álora

3. Álora Town Hall – Álora loop from Álora

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