カニージャスデアセイトゥノの天然記念物・トップ20

For this section, you'll definitely need to be sure-footed and have a head for heights. Some sections are very narrow, and the drop is quite steep. ;) If that's okay with you, the trail is really cool and a lot of fun!

In Torre del Mar, these striking trees grace the Paseo de Larios, one of the city's main promenades. The tree change from the original orange trees and plane trees to the Ceiba chodatii occurred in the 1920s, giving the area a unique tropical feel. Originally native to the tropical and subtropical forests of South America, the Ceiba chodatii is now widespread in many parts of the world, particularly in Mediterranean climates such as the Costa del Sol. The Ceiba chodatii, known in South America as Palo Borracho, is an impressive tree. Its name "Palo Borracho" translates to "Drunk Tree" because of its distinctive bottle-shaped trunk, reminiscent of a drunken man. The tree is characterized by a thick, plump trunk that stores water and is covered in prickly thorns.

The white-flowered drunken bottle tree (Ceiba chodatii) is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to the tropical and subtropical forests of South America. It is notable for its succulent, swollen trunk covered with spines and its buttress roots. The name palo borracho ("drunken tree"), which is common in Paraguay and Chile, is derived from the distinctive growth form of the trunk. The Argentinian name palo botella ("bottle tree") also refers to the same characteristics. - The genus Ceiba is closely related to the baobabs (genus Adansonia) in Africa and Australia, which also have quite unusual trunk shapes.

The new suspension bridge is the highlight of this hike. You should not be afraid of heights, but the bridge is very stable and sways very little. But the path there from Canillas de Aceituno is also just beautiful and relatively flat.

After the suspension bridge, the path goes steeply up through the wall, almost a kind of via ferrata, some of which have chains to hold on to. Surefootedness, strength and fitness are required. Going down is much more difficult than going up. Avoid on weekends because of crowds, even in January. Very nice when there is no crowd there.

Section behind the suspension bridge, towards Mirador los Pozuelos

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.

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