サファラヤの天然記念物・トップ19

I was there mid november and the fountain was empty...

A colorful route with many beautiful areas. The 101 channels are truly breathtaking with so much water. The Rosario River is full of beauty with those spectacular waterfalls.

The Fuente de los Cien Caños is an impressive natural monument located in Villanueva del Trabuco, on the limestone slope of the Sierra de San Jorge. The fountain is known for being the source of the Guadalhorce River, the longest and most voluminous river in the province of Malaga.

Easy hike in an impressive gorge.

The Zafarraya polje is a closed depression with a flat bottom, surrounded by limestone mountains that are strongly karstified. The waters of the polje are absorbed by several ponors (sinkholes), and during heavy rainfall the polje can be temporarily flooded. This makes it an interesting example of karst landscape and geological processes.

Birth of the Guadalhorce River

To reach the parking lot at Llanadas de Sedella requires a vehicle with 4-wheel drive like a Land Rover Defender. There are gates that might be closed so you must check with the park authorities beforehand - not much space to turn the vehicle around on this narrow road. Once there the view is stunning with horses grazing around. But be cautious! The recommended track we took to reach the top are for expert hikers. Some parts are very steep (>35%) with loose stones. If you suffer from vertigo, avoid! You need support by both hands at time. It’s not an official track but rather a path used by sheep, whose poo indicate that you are on the right track. (There is a northern track that serpentines its way up that might be more convenient). But once you are on the white-green path originating from the Fuentes del Robledal it’s ok. You are exposed to strong winds and no shelter from the sun. Bring lot’s of water and calculate 6hrs return hike. Once you have reached the top of la Maroma you will have a fantastic view over Andalucia with the Sierra Nevada at your back and Gibraltar in front.

An impressive piece of nature and made very accessible. You walk on good paved paths and can enjoy it without any problems. Also suitable for children and the elderly!