Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 21, 2026

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1.85 km

View of the Mountains and Terraced Fields near Fataga

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a great view of rocks and olive trees

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3.22 km

Stone Path to Fortaleza

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Rocky but beautiful road to/from Fortaleza. Olive groves, great views, cacti, spurge. Sturdy shoes are an advantage.

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3.85 km

The Cave

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This is a better place to park by this rock; there's significantly more space and it's right next to the track. This rock is called "La Fortaleza".

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4.27 km

Fortaleza Grande Cave

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According to the travel guide, this is where the final battle between the Spanish conquistadors and the natives took place

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5.12 km

View of La Sorrueda Reservoir from Mirador La Sorrueda

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The viewpoint Mirador la Sorrueda offers a wide view of the valley and over the lake - an ideal point for beautiful holiday photos with a wonderful backdrop.

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6.19 km

Presa de Chira

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Reservoir almost completely dried up in March 2024, with very little water visible

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7.24 km

Palm Grove

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7.70 km

View of the Barranco Valley and Red Rocks

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The climb here is quite comfortable. Great views of the valley, the Barranco. If you pass the red rock, you are almost at the top ;-).

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10.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.71 km

2.06 km

1.84 km

1.01 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.16 km

2.95 km

2.27 km

2.10 km

138 m

< 100 m

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Saturday 4 April

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View of the Mountains and Terraced Fields near Fataga

Stone Path to Fortaleza

The Cave

Fortaleza Grande Cave

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Presa de Chira

Palm Grove

View of the Barranco Valley and Red Rocks

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