cB WALKERS program
ALL WALKS START AT 10:30 AM
Many paths in Spain are rough and rocky, with steep sections with a loose surface requiring mountain boots with a thick sole, deep tread and ankle support.
BOOTS MUST BE WORN FOR ALL WALKS
You will be required to sign in at the start to say that you walk at your own responsibility.
YOU WALK AT YOUR OWN RISK.
You need Insurance - The Austrian Alpine Club UK for about £40 a year covers helicopter rescue, medical and repatriation costs.
www.aacuk.org.uk email to [email protected]
My contact details are : [email protected] or call Alex on (0034) 634352035
There are three grades of walks : ^^ Easy 8km 200m ascent 3 hrs
^^^ Moderate 10 km 400m ascent 4 hrs ^^^^ Hard 12km 600m ascent 5 hrs
There is no charge for the walks. If you want to show your appreciation then offer the leader a drink at the end !
Many paths in Spain are rough and rocky, with steep sections with a loose surface requiring mountain boots with a thick sole, deep tread and ankle support.
BOOTS MUST BE WORN FOR ALL WALKS
You will be required to sign in at the start to say that you walk at your own responsibility.
YOU WALK AT YOUR OWN RISK.
You need Insurance - The Austrian Alpine Club UK for about £40 a year covers helicopter rescue, medical and repatriation costs.
www.aacuk.org.uk email to [email protected]
My contact details are : [email protected] or call Alex on (0034) 634352035
There are three grades of walks : ^^ Easy 8km 200m ascent 3 hrs
^^^ Moderate 10 km 400m ascent 4 hrs ^^^^ Hard 12km 600m ascent 5 hrs
There is no charge for the walks. If you want to show your appreciation then offer the leader a drink at the end !
SATURDAY 27TH APRIL - CASTELLS AIRSTRIP AND MYSTERIOUS CAVE - Moderate / Hard - This is an 11 Km walk with overall ascent of 450 metres ( this includes an optional there and back diversion to the lookout tower ). Without the diversion it is 2 Km less and 150 metres of ascent less. We will meet at 10:30 as usual at the dirt car park at the Km 7 marker on the CV 752 out of Tarbena. Tarbena is the next village after Bolulla ( on the CV 715 out of Callosa de en Sarria. ) The Km 7 marker is 18 Km / 30 minutes from Callosa.
GPS 38.715591 , -0.160449 ///cookie.fluffy.slighter
GPS 38.715591 , -0.160449 ///cookie.fluffy.slighter
Walk for Weds 24/4/24 is as follows :-
'Paseo de vistas de pajaros' from Calpe train station 🚉 starting at 10.45 am (the time my train gets in !).
Comprising wildlife walk, seafront and Roman history ..... What more could anyone want !?
At circa 11kms and 250m of ascent total time 3.25 hrs - excellent under foot throughout and opportunities for an outgoing coffee and incoming beer guaranteed.
'Paseo de vistas de pajaros' from Calpe train station 🚉 starting at 10.45 am (the time my train gets in !).
Comprising wildlife walk, seafront and Roman history ..... What more could anyone want !?
At circa 11kms and 250m of ascent total time 3.25 hrs - excellent under foot throughout and opportunities for an outgoing coffee and incoming beer guaranteed.
Our walk will be the “El Mirabo” next Saturday 20th. This is the mountaintop walk opposite Bar Bon Aire in Benichembla.
Coming to Benichembla, just past the round-about there is a new enlarged parking space where we will start from at 10:30 AM
A gentle zig-zag ascent to the col and the lookout point. Asc: 450m , 8km , 3.5-4 hrs.
I am not aware exactly where the new car park is so the co-ordinates are for the bar Bon Aire .
It is not a big village so finding a new car park should be easy for seasoned walkers such as yourselves !!
GPS 38.753945 , -0.111919 ///tend.contributes.turning
Coming to Benichembla, just past the round-about there is a new enlarged parking space where we will start from at 10:30 AM
A gentle zig-zag ascent to the col and the lookout point. Asc: 450m , 8km , 3.5-4 hrs.
I am not aware exactly where the new car park is so the co-ordinates are for the bar Bon Aire .
It is not a big village so finding a new car park should be easy for seasoned walkers such as yourselves !!
GPS 38.753945 , -0.111919 ///tend.contributes.turning
WEDNESDAY 17TH APRIL Finestrat – in the foothills of Puig Campana and up to the Cova Roget. A fairly easy walk ascending about 250m, about 8 km long. Map F4. 10:30 AM
Coming from Benidorm on the CV - 70 towards La Nucia turn left at the Old House Roundabout onto the CV 758 towards Finestrat. After Km 4 and just past Finca Fabiola and
El Pages restaurant (now closed) turn right, signposted Shieldaig. Drive up past Finipark, just before a fork in road there’s an electricity pole with good parking area.
GPS 38.578082 , -0.172640 ///perusal.warthogs.polka
Coming from Benidorm on the CV - 70 towards La Nucia turn left at the Old House Roundabout onto the CV 758 towards Finestrat. After Km 4 and just past Finca Fabiola and
El Pages restaurant (now closed) turn right, signposted Shieldaig. Drive up past Finipark, just before a fork in road there’s an electricity pole with good parking area.
GPS 38.578082 , -0.172640 ///perusal.warthogs.polka
SATURDAY 13TH APRIL - Senija Lliber circuit. A walk of circa 11 Kms & 300m ascent in under 4 hrs.
A fabulous countryside walk utilising characterful and imposing Mozarabic trails. See and feel the influence of the Moors in Spain (700-1500).
Meet at children's playground in Senija at 10:30 as usual. Take the old N-332 / Benissa High Street and then the CV-745 at the roundabout near Bar Frau towards Senija.
As you enter Senija take the right hand fork (Av. de Les Corts Valencianes) and drive a couple of hundred metres and park near the kiddies playground.
GPS 38.730011 , 0.041465 ///shines.tiredly.timely
A fabulous countryside walk utilising characterful and imposing Mozarabic trails. See and feel the influence of the Moors in Spain (700-1500).
Meet at children's playground in Senija at 10:30 as usual. Take the old N-332 / Benissa High Street and then the CV-745 at the roundabout near Bar Frau towards Senija.
As you enter Senija take the right hand fork (Av. de Les Corts Valencianes) and drive a couple of hundred metres and park near the kiddies playground.
GPS 38.730011 , 0.041465 ///shines.tiredly.timely
WEDNESDAY APRIL 10 TH - ALTEA LA VELLA EASY GEOFF About 8km, 100m asc. 3 hrs. Mostly on the level ( climbing part optional )
We walk on country lanes through the campo, visiting an ermita. Then on to explore the historic village of Altea la Vella with its Calvari affording views of the Bernia.
The next part is a circular uphill trail through woodland ( optional) then a picnic lunch at font Garroferret before visiting a bar in the village.
From the N332 take the Callosa road to Altea la Vella. Just before K21 and opposite a Meliton Restaurant sign turn left down a narrow lane to a small dirt car park by some trees for a 10.30 start.
GPS 38.628468 , -0.041835 ///feed.submerging.dotcoms
We walk on country lanes through the campo, visiting an ermita. Then on to explore the historic village of Altea la Vella with its Calvari affording views of the Bernia.
The next part is a circular uphill trail through woodland ( optional) then a picnic lunch at font Garroferret before visiting a bar in the village.
From the N332 take the Callosa road to Altea la Vella. Just before K21 and opposite a Meliton Restaurant sign turn left down a narrow lane to a small dirt car park by some trees for a 10.30 start.
GPS 38.628468 , -0.041835 ///feed.submerging.dotcoms
SATURDAY 6TH APRIL - LLIBER HIDDEN VALLEY - JALON - 9KM , 150 METRES ASCENT
We start at the dirt carpark next to the Sports Centre on the edge of Jalon.
The Sports Centre is on the roundabout before the Social Centre.
From the N-332 Benissa take the CV 745 to Jalon / Xalo. As you enter Jalon the road bends right at the petrol station.
A few hundred meters along is the roundabout with the Sports Centre car park immediately off the roundabout.
GPS 38.742076,-0.007692 ///objector.whirlpools.usually
We start at the dirt carpark next to the Sports Centre on the edge of Jalon.
The Sports Centre is on the roundabout before the Social Centre.
From the N-332 Benissa take the CV 745 to Jalon / Xalo. As you enter Jalon the road bends right at the petrol station.
A few hundred meters along is the roundabout with the Sports Centre car park immediately off the roundabout.
GPS 38.742076,-0.007692 ///objector.whirlpools.usually
WEDNESDAY APRIL 3RD BARRANCO DE MARGOIG EASY GEOFF
We follow a little path perched above a deep canyon up to a picnic spot with views of the sea and of Puig Campana, returning on a forestry track. About 7km, 150m asc. 2h30'
Meet at 10.30 at the carpark opposite the Wooden Hut. From the Polop roundabout it is off the cemetery road just before the Xirles turning.
We will share cars and drive to the start, Returning for drinks at the hut.
Meet at 10.30 in the car park opposite the Wooden Hut ( Bar el Sueno ) off the Polop roundabout GPS 38.625778 , -0.135228 ///boringly.frolics.hugs
We follow a little path perched above a deep canyon up to a picnic spot with views of the sea and of Puig Campana, returning on a forestry track. About 7km, 150m asc. 2h30'
Meet at 10.30 at the carpark opposite the Wooden Hut. From the Polop roundabout it is off the cemetery road just before the Xirles turning.
We will share cars and drive to the start, Returning for drinks at the hut.
Meet at 10.30 in the car park opposite the Wooden Hut ( Bar el Sueno ) off the Polop roundabout GPS 38.625778 , -0.135228 ///boringly.frolics.hugs
SATURDAY 30TH MARCH - This day is Easter Saturday and as such no doubt we will be observing this day with solemnity and prayer. Therefore we are not scheduling a walk for today.
WEDNESDAY MARCH 27 ALTEA COAST - NEW WALK - VERY EASY
This is a level walk that could be done without boots, but has interesting features and lovely views. About 2h30 for 7 km.
We walk along the playas of Olla and Negret, visit the Algar Nature Reserve and return on a paved trail through the campo to a beach bar for drinks at the end.
Meet 10.30 at the car park behind the Hotel Gadea.
This is on the N332 at traffic lights, and is the last building on the right just as you leave Altea for Calpe.
GPS 380620516 , -0.025707 ///empower.pharmacy.bending
This is a level walk that could be done without boots, but has interesting features and lovely views. About 2h30 for 7 km.
We walk along the playas of Olla and Negret, visit the Algar Nature Reserve and return on a paved trail through the campo to a beach bar for drinks at the end.
Meet 10.30 at the car park behind the Hotel Gadea.
This is on the N332 at traffic lights, and is the last building on the right just as you leave Altea for Calpe.
GPS 380620516 , -0.025707 ///empower.pharmacy.bending
SATURDAY 23RD MARCH - THE 2,000 STEPS WALK NEAR BENIMAURELL - MODERATE / HARD , 10 KMS , 400 METRES OVERALL ASCENT
This walk is based on Map P-6 . It is a varied route on paths , tracks and mozarabic trails and crossing a deep canyon.
We will be starting from a different point than the one on the map.
From the N-332 / Benissa take the CV-750 to Jalon then Alcalali and through. Then the CV-715 and CV-718 towards Fleix then towards and through Benimaurell on the CV-721.
The Cami del Collao then leads to the Restaurant La Venta Del Collao - park opposite the restaurant.
GPS 38.768488 , -0.151469 ///wounds.numbly.savers
This walk is based on Map P-6 . It is a varied route on paths , tracks and mozarabic trails and crossing a deep canyon.
We will be starting from a different point than the one on the map.
From the N-332 / Benissa take the CV-750 to Jalon then Alcalali and through. Then the CV-715 and CV-718 towards Fleix then towards and through Benimaurell on the CV-721.
The Cami del Collao then leads to the Restaurant La Venta Del Collao - park opposite the restaurant.
GPS 38.768488 , -0.151469 ///wounds.numbly.savers
WEDNESDAY MARCH 20th LA NUCIA - DIFFERENT ROUTE - EASY
We climb steeply up the little hill crowned by the Calvari Cross, with a super all round views.
Then descend via the Parc Favara with its waterfall to see the features of the old town of La Nucia, to the Polop Morador and back along a levada trail.
About 7km, 100m ascent, 3 hrs. Meet at 10.30 in the car park opposite the Wooden Hut ( Bar el Sueno ) off the Polop roundabout before the Xirles turning CV-7621 / CV-7620
GPS 38.625778 , -0.135228 ///boringly.frolics.hugs
We climb steeply up the little hill crowned by the Calvari Cross, with a super all round views.
Then descend via the Parc Favara with its waterfall to see the features of the old town of La Nucia, to the Polop Morador and back along a levada trail.
About 7km, 100m ascent, 3 hrs. Meet at 10.30 in the car park opposite the Wooden Hut ( Bar el Sueno ) off the Polop roundabout before the Xirles turning CV-7621 / CV-7620
GPS 38.625778 , -0.135228 ///boringly.frolics.hugs
SATURDAY 16TH MARCH - CALPE - 11 KMS AND 300 METRES ASCENT - MODERATE
This weeks walk is "Pedro's Paseo" and starts at the Ermita de San Juan just outside Calpe. We will meet at the Calpe School car park at 10.30am and drive in convoy from there.
From the N-332 Calpe North ( there is a petrol station on each side ) go to second roundabout and go left then car park is at a roundabout.
It is a rarely walked area with varied terrain and stunning coastal and mountain views. The route is approx. 11km and 300m asc. Lunch is normally at the Quisi watermill.
GPS 38.649599 , 0.044919 ///shiny.slipped.apple
This weeks walk is "Pedro's Paseo" and starts at the Ermita de San Juan just outside Calpe. We will meet at the Calpe School car park at 10.30am and drive in convoy from there.
From the N-332 Calpe North ( there is a petrol station on each side ) go to second roundabout and go left then car park is at a roundabout.
It is a rarely walked area with varied terrain and stunning coastal and mountain views. The route is approx. 11km and 300m asc. Lunch is normally at the Quisi watermill.
GPS 38.649599 , 0.044919 ///shiny.slipped.apple
WEDNESDAY MARCH 13th CALLOSA - A NEW WALK ! EASY ( except for the start ! )
We climb up a steep path through woods - please note I will need stops to get my breath
We join a panorama track along the lower slopes of Almedia, with extensive views. Then we descend to explore the old town with its calvari, church square and wash house.
Takes about 2h 30 to climb over 100m in 6 km or so.
We meet at the La Coope bar car park at 10.30 and share cars for a short drive en convoy to the start, returning to the bar for drinks afterwards.
Coming from Altea la Vella ( CV- 755 ) it is the first building on the left. From La Nucia ( CV- 715 ) turn right past the garage and right again at the T junction.
GPS 38.646635 , -0.113673 ///refereeing.simplified.rope
We climb up a steep path through woods - please note I will need stops to get my breath
We join a panorama track along the lower slopes of Almedia, with extensive views. Then we descend to explore the old town with its calvari, church square and wash house.
Takes about 2h 30 to climb over 100m in 6 km or so.
We meet at the La Coope bar car park at 10.30 and share cars for a short drive en convoy to the start, returning to the bar for drinks afterwards.
Coming from Altea la Vella ( CV- 755 ) it is the first building on the left. From La Nucia ( CV- 715 ) turn right past the garage and right again at the T junction.
GPS 38.646635 , -0.113673 ///refereeing.simplified.rope
The Health And Safety Committee have been consulting with the Weather Department - working late into the night - nearly to the Crack Of Dawn !!
There is a high chance of a lot of rain on Saturday - most of you are probably already aware.
In order to minimize any risk to our group we have noted their advice and reluctantly have decided to postpone the walk for Saturday 9th March.
There is a high chance of a lot of rain on Saturday - most of you are probably already aware.
In order to minimize any risk to our group we have noted their advice and reluctantly have decided to postpone the walk for Saturday 9th March.
SATURDAY 9TH MARCH - THE 2,000 STEPS WALK NEAR BENIMAURELL - MODERATE / HARD , 10 KMS , 400 METRES OVERALL ASCENT
This walk is based on Map P-6 . It is a varied route on paths , tracks and mozarabic trails and crossing a deep canyon.
We will be starting from a different point than the one on the map.
From the N-332 / Benissa take the CV-750 to Jalon then Alcalali and through. Then the CV-715 and CV-718 towards Fleix then towards and through Benimaurell on the CV-721.
The Cami del Collao then leads to the Restaurant La Venta Del Collao - park opposite the restaurant.
GPS 38.768488 , -0.151469 ///wounds.numbly.savers POSTPONED DUE WEATHER
This walk is based on Map P-6 . It is a varied route on paths , tracks and mozarabic trails and crossing a deep canyon.
We will be starting from a different point than the one on the map.
From the N-332 / Benissa take the CV-750 to Jalon then Alcalali and through. Then the CV-715 and CV-718 towards Fleix then towards and through Benimaurell on the CV-721.
The Cami del Collao then leads to the Restaurant La Venta Del Collao - park opposite the restaurant.
GPS 38.768488 , -0.151469 ///wounds.numbly.savers POSTPONED DUE WEATHER
WEDNESDAY 6TH MARCH - XIRLES - BRENDANS BUTTERFLY WALK - 9KM , 3 HRS , 250 METRES ASCENT - EASY /MODERATE.
We will meet in the carpark ( or thereabouts) which is on the LHS of the road just as you enter Xirles.
Xirles is on the CV-7620 which forks off the CV-7621 out of Polop.
GPS 38.633541 , -0.136253 , ///yourselves.soups.crinkles . 10:30 start.
We will meet in the carpark ( or thereabouts) which is on the LHS of the road just as you enter Xirles.
Xirles is on the CV-7620 which forks off the CV-7621 out of Polop.
GPS 38.633541 , -0.136253 , ///yourselves.soups.crinkles . 10:30 start.
SATURDAY 2ND MARCH - THE SANCHET CIRCUIT - MAP L-9 , 12 KM APPROX WITH 400 METRES OVERALL ASCENT - MODERATE TO HARD - 10:15 AM
This is a classic - possibly the best in the area . Views and scenery excellent and paths firm to the foot with only one scramble section.
Due to limited parking at the start of the walk we will meet at the car park across the road from the " wooden hut " / Bar el Ensueno outside of Polop.
Take the CV- 7621 out of Polop from the roundabout then a sharp right where the CV - 7620 branches off towards Xirles. There is a dirt car park on the short road leading to the cemetery.
We will condense to fewer cars and drive a few minutes to the start. 10:15 AM at the car park.
GPS 38.625811 , -0.135153 ///goalpost.darkened.connected
This is a classic - possibly the best in the area . Views and scenery excellent and paths firm to the foot with only one scramble section.
Due to limited parking at the start of the walk we will meet at the car park across the road from the " wooden hut " / Bar el Ensueno outside of Polop.
Take the CV- 7621 out of Polop from the roundabout then a sharp right where the CV - 7620 branches off towards Xirles. There is a dirt car park on the short road leading to the cemetery.
We will condense to fewer cars and drive a few minutes to the start. 10:15 AM at the car park.
GPS 38.625811 , -0.135153 ///goalpost.darkened.connected
WEDNESDAY 28TH FEBRUARY - 10:30 - ALTEA - 9KMS , APPROX 3 HRS , 100 METRES ASCENT , EASY
A walk of 9kms that starts from the big tarmac car park under the bridge in Altea and goes up the side of the barranco, under the motorway bridge, past a couple of old molis and up to the small reservoir by Els Dos Rius returning alongside the river and the other side of the barranco. It’s an easy walk with a few ups and downs of about 100 metres total ascent, good tracks all the way, and lots of very interesting and pleasant views, ending up at the seafront for a coffee or beer.
KATHERINE / KAITHE 0034 634 342 638 GPS 38.607991 , -0.044992 ///darkened.stewing.toggle
A walk of 9kms that starts from the big tarmac car park under the bridge in Altea and goes up the side of the barranco, under the motorway bridge, past a couple of old molis and up to the small reservoir by Els Dos Rius returning alongside the river and the other side of the barranco. It’s an easy walk with a few ups and downs of about 100 metres total ascent, good tracks all the way, and lots of very interesting and pleasant views, ending up at the seafront for a coffee or beer.
KATHERINE / KAITHE 0034 634 342 638 GPS 38.607991 , -0.044992 ///darkened.stewing.toggle
SATURDAY 24TH FEBRUARY - LLIBER TO SENIJA CROSS - 15KM , 400 METRES ASCENT , HARD - JACQUI 0034 645 101161
We start this walk from the large dirt car park in Lliber ( not the smaller one with the roof )
From Benissa end take the CV - 750 towards Jalon , there is a small sign for " Lliber 1 Km " next to a short row of cyprus trees and recycling bins.
Turn right here and along Travesia el Pla - the car park is on the right at the beginning of the village. 10:30 AM
GPS 38.741775 , 0.007066 ///naivety.morale.costume
We start this walk from the large dirt car park in Lliber ( not the smaller one with the roof )
From Benissa end take the CV - 750 towards Jalon , there is a small sign for " Lliber 1 Km " next to a short row of cyprus trees and recycling bins.
Turn right here and along Travesia el Pla - the car park is on the right at the beginning of the village. 10:30 AM
GPS 38.741775 , 0.007066 ///naivety.morale.costume
WEDNESDAY 21ST FEB - CALPE - MODERATE - KATHERINE / KAITHE 0034 634342638
Our walk today will be a slightly different circuit to the usual one around the Olta.
Starting at the Calpe train station, follow the signs to the camp ground which is up from the train station. We will start the walk here. 10:30 AM
There is a little scrambling close to the beginning but most of the walk is on well groomed paths with good views.
We pass by Finca Pastor and Ermita Vella ending up back at the camp ground.
This walk is easy to moderate and takes around 4.5 hours. Elevation gain around 250 meters.
From Benissa direction along the N-332 the turn off to Calpe Station is near the south exit / entrance to Calpe - it is signposted off to the right , go over the rail tracks and the camp site is sign posted.
From Altea side take the south entrance to Calpe then turn back on yourself at the roundabout then back under the N-332 and follow signs as above.
GPS 38.658302 , 0.026666 ///routines.bakes.dreadfully
Our walk today will be a slightly different circuit to the usual one around the Olta.
Starting at the Calpe train station, follow the signs to the camp ground which is up from the train station. We will start the walk here. 10:30 AM
There is a little scrambling close to the beginning but most of the walk is on well groomed paths with good views.
We pass by Finca Pastor and Ermita Vella ending up back at the camp ground.
This walk is easy to moderate and takes around 4.5 hours. Elevation gain around 250 meters.
From Benissa direction along the N-332 the turn off to Calpe Station is near the south exit / entrance to Calpe - it is signposted off to the right , go over the rail tracks and the camp site is sign posted.
From Altea side take the south entrance to Calpe then turn back on yourself at the roundabout then back under the N-332 and follow signs as above.
GPS 38.658302 , 0.026666 ///routines.bakes.dreadfully
SATURDAY 10TH FEBRUARY - LLOMA LLARGA - 9KM , 400 METRES ASCENT , MODERATE
This walk starts from the old firing range near Pinos and takes us round the ridge of La Solana.
We meet at the firing range which is at the end of Partida Rafalet - this is the second right hand turn off the CV 749 ( Pinos Road ) after you cross over the AP-7 near Benissa.
GPS 38.705548 , 0.011921 ///teeters.impressing.battering 10:30 AM
This walk starts from the old firing range near Pinos and takes us round the ridge of La Solana.
We meet at the firing range which is at the end of Partida Rafalet - this is the second right hand turn off the CV 749 ( Pinos Road ) after you cross over the AP-7 near Benissa.
GPS 38.705548 , 0.011921 ///teeters.impressing.battering 10:30 AM
WEDNESDAY 14TH FEBRUARY ALT DE GOBERNOR, 3.5 hrs, 9k, 450 asc Map V10.
In Albir’s main street turn R after CONSUM and then immediately L on a one-way-street called “Camino Vell del Faro”. Continue to the large carpark for Albir Lighthouse.
The walk starts with a long ascent which will be taken quietly with frequent stop, ending at the antenna’s on Sierra Helada.
Down is a steep asphalted road past the large quarry. The 3rd leg will be a combination of woodpaths and streets following the edge of Albir back to the parking.
GPS 38.568257 , -0.062957 ///economics.impatiently.spokeswoman 10:30 AM as usual
In Albir’s main street turn R after CONSUM and then immediately L on a one-way-street called “Camino Vell del Faro”. Continue to the large carpark for Albir Lighthouse.
The walk starts with a long ascent which will be taken quietly with frequent stop, ending at the antenna’s on Sierra Helada.
Down is a steep asphalted road past the large quarry. The 3rd leg will be a combination of woodpaths and streets following the edge of Albir back to the parking.
GPS 38.568257 , -0.062957 ///economics.impatiently.spokeswoman 10:30 AM as usual
There are high winds forecasted for Saturday - The Lloma Larga ridge would be a bit exposed and uncomfortable.
We will move further down in the valley and do the " Dead Dog " walk. 8 KMS , 340 metres overall ascent. Jacqui 0034 645 101 161 , WhatsApp 0044 7981 741569
From the Benissa roundabout head towards Jalon on the CV-750. After a few minutes / 5 Kms turn left on to Cami de Barranco
Drive towards the end - about 600 metres. GPS 38.728725 , -0.005756 ///camera.muscular.journeying
We will move further down in the valley and do the " Dead Dog " walk. 8 KMS , 340 metres overall ascent. Jacqui 0034 645 101 161 , WhatsApp 0044 7981 741569
From the Benissa roundabout head towards Jalon on the CV-750. After a few minutes / 5 Kms turn left on to Cami de Barranco
Drive towards the end - about 600 metres. GPS 38.728725 , -0.005756 ///camera.muscular.journeying
SATURDAY 10TH FEBRUARY - LLOMA LLARGA - 9KM , 400 METRES ASCENT , MODERATE
This walk starts from the old firing range near Pinos and takes us round the ridge of La Solana.
We meet at the firing range which is at the end of Partida Rafalet - this is the second right hand turn off the CV 749 ( Pinos Road ) after you cross over the AP-7 near Benissa.
GPS 38.705548 , 0.011921 ///teeters.impressing.battering
There is a chance of high winds on Saturday which would make a ridge walk uncomfortable - if so we will adapt to a lower walk.
POSTPONED DUE TO HIGH WINDS
This walk starts from the old firing range near Pinos and takes us round the ridge of La Solana.
We meet at the firing range which is at the end of Partida Rafalet - this is the second right hand turn off the CV 749 ( Pinos Road ) after you cross over the AP-7 near Benissa.
GPS 38.705548 , 0.011921 ///teeters.impressing.battering
There is a chance of high winds on Saturday which would make a ridge walk uncomfortable - if so we will adapt to a lower walk.
POSTPONED DUE TO HIGH WINDS
WEDNESDAY 7TH FEB LA NUCIA - CALVARI CROSS - 8KM , 3 HRS APPROX , EASY , KATHERINE / KAITHE 0034 634 342 638
Some ups and downs but no extended steep slopes apart from climb up to Calvary.
Mostly woodland, small section of pavement through town and into barranco, Concreted waterway along side of barranco
This is a panhandle shaped walk in which the circular part of the overlaps one of Geoff’s routes.
Coming from Benidorm take CV 70, go past the first Mercadona on Rotunda 4 and continue to Rotunda 2 then take the CV715 towards La Nucia. You will see Lidl on the opposite side of the dual carriageway. Continue to the traffic lights just before Mercadona and turn left into Calle de Tarbena .Park on street.We meet at 10:30
GPS 38.608223 , -0.128897 ///proficiency.trace.listening
Some ups and downs but no extended steep slopes apart from climb up to Calvary.
Mostly woodland, small section of pavement through town and into barranco, Concreted waterway along side of barranco
This is a panhandle shaped walk in which the circular part of the overlaps one of Geoff’s routes.
Coming from Benidorm take CV 70, go past the first Mercadona on Rotunda 4 and continue to Rotunda 2 then take the CV715 towards La Nucia. You will see Lidl on the opposite side of the dual carriageway. Continue to the traffic lights just before Mercadona and turn left into Calle de Tarbena .Park on street.We meet at 10:30
GPS 38.608223 , -0.128897 ///proficiency.trace.listening
SATURDAY 3RD FEBRUARY - UP AND OVER AT BOLULLA - MODERATE
This walk is over about 8 1/2 - 9 Kms with overall ascent of 450 metres - mostly on good tracks and paths.
We will meet at 10:30 in Bolulla - As you come in to Bolulla ( on the CV-715 , 5 Km out of Callosa d'en Sarria ) note the bins on the RHS and turn right here and
down to the riverside where there is parking. GPS 38.677108 , -0.110823 ///sackful.reintroduce.third
This walk is over about 8 1/2 - 9 Kms with overall ascent of 450 metres - mostly on good tracks and paths.
We will meet at 10:30 in Bolulla - As you come in to Bolulla ( on the CV-715 , 5 Km out of Callosa d'en Sarria ) note the bins on the RHS and turn right here and
down to the riverside where there is parking. GPS 38.677108 , -0.110823 ///sackful.reintroduce.third
WEDNESDAY 31ST JANUARY - TARBENA MUNTANA CIRCUIT - EASY
This the best short , easy walk in the mountains behind Benidorm with excellent views. About 5 Km with 200 metres ascent.
We will meet in the main car park in Tarbena - sharp left off the CV-715 as you drive through Tarbena.
GPS 38.695071 , -0.103294 ///handicaps.candlelit.ratifies
This the best short , easy walk in the mountains behind Benidorm with excellent views. About 5 Km with 200 metres ascent.
We will meet in the main car park in Tarbena - sharp left off the CV-715 as you drive through Tarbena.
GPS 38.695071 , -0.103294 ///handicaps.candlelit.ratifies
SATURDAY 27TH JANUARY - PEDREGUER - PARC DEL PATRONAT - CASTEL DE OCAIVE - MODERATE /HARD - 11KM PLUS , 4 1/2 HRS , 400 METRES ASCENT.
Pedreguer is off the N-332 , when coming from Benissa go through Gata de Gorgos then take the CV-732 off to the left.
Our walk will start at the entrance to the Parc Del Patronat which is at the bottom of Carrer del Patronat.
We cant drive into the park and leave our cars so park on a side street near the park entrance.
GPS 38.791245, 0.037921 ///semester.situates.gracious
Pedreguer is off the N-332 , when coming from Benissa go through Gata de Gorgos then take the CV-732 off to the left.
Our walk will start at the entrance to the Parc Del Patronat which is at the bottom of Carrer del Patronat.
We cant drive into the park and leave our cars so park on a side street near the park entrance.
GPS 38.791245, 0.037921 ///semester.situates.gracious
WEDNESDAY 24TH JANUARY - FONT MOLI , GUADALEST . MAP G-1 , APPROX 8 KM , 350 METRES ASCENT AND 3.5 HRS.
This is a walk based on Map G-1 - note that on Geoffs maps the start is called Font Moli d'Ondara - on Google Maps it is called Font Moli Benimantell.
A popular straightforward walk on well graded tracks , Penyo Mulero is the highpoint of a broad rounded ridge.
Take the CV-70 heading north towards Guadalest ( sometimes called the new Guadalest Road ) , lookout for the KM 35 sign , then on the left will be a turning and sign for Restaurant
Trestellador. Turn in here , then right at the small T - Junction , then stay left at a small fork in the road. The Moli and space for parking will come up on the left.
All walks start at 10:30 unless advised - sometimes I forget to put the time ! GPS 38.662778 , -0.206869 ///diverting.sunbeams.starlings
This is a walk based on Map G-1 - note that on Geoffs maps the start is called Font Moli d'Ondara - on Google Maps it is called Font Moli Benimantell.
A popular straightforward walk on well graded tracks , Penyo Mulero is the highpoint of a broad rounded ridge.
Take the CV-70 heading north towards Guadalest ( sometimes called the new Guadalest Road ) , lookout for the KM 35 sign , then on the left will be a turning and sign for Restaurant
Trestellador. Turn in here , then right at the small T - Junction , then stay left at a small fork in the road. The Moli and space for parking will come up on the left.
All walks start at 10:30 unless advised - sometimes I forget to put the time ! GPS 38.662778 , -0.206869 ///diverting.sunbeams.starlings
SATURDAY 20TH JANUARY - LLIBER - RED CLIFFS EXTENDED - MODERATE - 12 KMS , 400 METRES ASCENT 4 HRS PLUS
This walk is a modified version of the original on Map J-9 - slightly extended.
We start at the dirt carpark next to the Sports Centre on the edge of Jalon. The Sports Centre is on the roundabout before the Social Centre.
From the N-332 Benissa take the CV 745 to Jalon / Xalo. As you enter Jalon the road bends right at the petrol station.
A few hundred meters along is the roundabout with the Sports Centre car park immediately off the roundabout.
GPS 38.742076,-0.007692 ///objector.whirlpools.usually ALEX 0034 634352035
This walk is a modified version of the original on Map J-9 - slightly extended.
We start at the dirt carpark next to the Sports Centre on the edge of Jalon. The Sports Centre is on the roundabout before the Social Centre.
From the N-332 Benissa take the CV 745 to Jalon / Xalo. As you enter Jalon the road bends right at the petrol station.
A few hundred meters along is the roundabout with the Sports Centre car park immediately off the roundabout.
GPS 38.742076,-0.007692 ///objector.whirlpools.usually ALEX 0034 634352035
WEDNESDAY 17TH JANUARY - BOLULLA 10:30 AM - We will be following Geoffs Map T-2 and reconstructing it a bit so be prepared to " explore a bit " !!
He has it down as 5 Km - we have extended it a bit to 7 Km , 200 metres ascent. We will meet at 10:30 in Bolulla -
As you come in to Bolulla ( on the CV-715 , 5 Km out of Callosa d'en Sarria ) note the bins on the RHS and turn right here and down to the riverside where there is parking.
GPS 38.677108 , -0.110823 ///sackful.reintroduce.third
He has it down as 5 Km - we have extended it a bit to 7 Km , 200 metres ascent. We will meet at 10:30 in Bolulla -
As you come in to Bolulla ( on the CV-715 , 5 Km out of Callosa d'en Sarria ) note the bins on the RHS and turn right here and down to the riverside where there is parking.
GPS 38.677108 , -0.110823 ///sackful.reintroduce.third
SATURDAY 13TH JANUARY - Behind the Puig - Map F-9 , 9Kms , 400 metres ascent , 4 1/2 hrs , Moderate / Hard ^^^^
We will initially gather in the car park at Font Moli - up from Finestrat , then condense into fewer cars and drive up the road to the start.
Font Moli is signposted from the crossroads in Finestrat on the CV- 758 GPS 38.577487 , -0.208670 ///fern.economic.valve
We will initially gather in the car park at Font Moli - up from Finestrat , then condense into fewer cars and drive up the road to the start.
Font Moli is signposted from the crossroads in Finestrat on the CV- 758 GPS 38.577487 , -0.208670 ///fern.economic.valve
The Wednesday Jan. 10 walk is in the area around the Cortina Hills Finestrat. Normally only a ridge walk, we will include some exploration in the hills around the Cortina ending up with a walk on the ridge with excellent views of the Benidorm coast and beyond. 10 km...200 meter elevation...Easy to Modetate
Taking the CV70 out of Benidorm / N 332 , turn left towards Finestrat ( at the round about with an old stone farmhouse in the middle of it ) and on to the CV 758. After four kilometres you will see an orange sign on the right for the gas bottles yard, take the next turning to the left between concrete posts and opposite the gas yard. Go straight over the next road. You will see a boat on the clearing - park here. GPS 38.570385 , -0.166502 ///savings.stags.markets
Taking the CV70 out of Benidorm / N 332 , turn left towards Finestrat ( at the round about with an old stone farmhouse in the middle of it ) and on to the CV 758. After four kilometres you will see an orange sign on the right for the gas bottles yard, take the next turning to the left between concrete posts and opposite the gas yard. Go straight over the next road. You will see a boat on the clearing - park here. GPS 38.570385 , -0.166502 ///savings.stags.markets
WEDNESDAY 20TH DECEMBER - We will do the Algar Avacado Valley walk - 9 Km with about 300 metres worth of ascent - Moderate.
Meet at 10:15 at Restaurante Cascada Frederico which is on the left hand side just before the little bridge as you drive to the Fonts Algar.
The Fonts de Algar is signposted from Callosa d'en Sarria - take the CV-715 out of Callosa and turn right at the Ceramica Mayor factory.
We will then drive up the road , then down and park near the water pumping station. GPS for Rest Cascada : 38.659358 , -0.098009 ///molehill.fairy.thrashed
Meet at 10:15 at Restaurante Cascada Frederico which is on the left hand side just before the little bridge as you drive to the Fonts Algar.
The Fonts de Algar is signposted from Callosa d'en Sarria - take the CV-715 out of Callosa and turn right at the Ceramica Mayor factory.
We will then drive up the road , then down and park near the water pumping station. GPS for Rest Cascada : 38.659358 , -0.098009 ///molehill.fairy.thrashed
SATURDAY 16TH DECEMBER - XORQUET CIRCUIT – BOLULLA 4h 9km 400 asc. MODERATE
A walk up the left-hand bank of the Barranco de Xorquet up to the Ajub de Xorquet. Then past the small arch, crossing Sayancar and back to Bollula Castle.
We will meet in Bolulla at 10:15, condense down to fewer cars then follow Rolf to the start which is a few minutes up the road to start about 10:30
As you come in to Bolulla ( on the CV-715 , 5 Km out of Callosa d'en Sarria ) note the bins on the RHS and turn right here and down to the riverside where there is parking.
GPS 38.677108 , -0.110823 ///sackful.reintroduce.third
A walk up the left-hand bank of the Barranco de Xorquet up to the Ajub de Xorquet. Then past the small arch, crossing Sayancar and back to Bollula Castle.
We will meet in Bolulla at 10:15, condense down to fewer cars then follow Rolf to the start which is a few minutes up the road to start about 10:30
As you come in to Bolulla ( on the CV-715 , 5 Km out of Callosa d'en Sarria ) note the bins on the RHS and turn right here and down to the riverside where there is parking.
GPS 38.677108 , -0.110823 ///sackful.reintroduce.third
WEDNESDAY 13 DECEMBER ALT DE AMPLE – JALON 3-3,5 h 9km 400m asc.
A classic walk up the Alt de Ample with a descent into and views of the magnificent canyon of the Barranco de Cao.
We will meet just outside Jalon on the CV - 749 ( which goes towards Bernia / Masserof via Via Verde Restaurant ). There is a turning off to the left - park here.
Normally we turn left at the petrol station as we get into Jalon - not now - the road is closed for " works " , carry straight on into the village ( not round to the right ).
The CV- 749 is the fourth turning to the left. The turning off the CV-749 for parking up is two kilometres from here.
The road would have crossed over two bridges - they actually appear more as sets of railings by the side of the road. GPS 38.727501 , -0.018645 ///halts.head.automotive
A classic walk up the Alt de Ample with a descent into and views of the magnificent canyon of the Barranco de Cao.
We will meet just outside Jalon on the CV - 749 ( which goes towards Bernia / Masserof via Via Verde Restaurant ). There is a turning off to the left - park here.
Normally we turn left at the petrol station as we get into Jalon - not now - the road is closed for " works " , carry straight on into the village ( not round to the right ).
The CV- 749 is the fourth turning to the left. The turning off the CV-749 for parking up is two kilometres from here.
The road would have crossed over two bridges - they actually appear more as sets of railings by the side of the road. GPS 38.727501 , -0.018645 ///halts.head.automotive
SATURDAY - 9TH DECEMBER - GRAN FONTILLES - MURLA. 12 KMS , 350 Metres ascent , Moderate / Hard . Mostly based on Map P-15 .We start at the Council Swimming Pool Car Park in Murla . As you enter Murla the road curves to the left - there is a sharp right hand onto the road to the Swimming Pool. We will start off from the Car Park at the Pool at 10:30
GPS 38.767392,-0.077386 ///mewing.ambitious.clincher
GPS 38.767392,-0.077386 ///mewing.ambitious.clincher
Wednesday 6th Dec walk cancelled due to inclement weather - will be done another day.
The Wednesday Dec 3rd walk is in the area around the Cortina Hills Finestrat. Normally only a ridge walk, we will include some exploration in the hills around the Cortina ending up with a walk on the ridge with excellent views of the Benidorm coast and beyond. About 7 Km with 100 - 150 metres ascent.
Taking the CV70 out of Benidorm / N 332 , turn left towards Finestrat ( at the round about with an old stone farmhouse in the middle of it ) and on to the CV 758. After four kilometres you will see an orange sign on the right for the gas bottles yard, take the next turning to the left between concrete posts and opposite the gas yard.
Go straight over the next road. You will see a boat on the clearing - park here. GPS 38.570385 , -0.166502 ///savings.stags.markets
Taking the CV70 out of Benidorm / N 332 , turn left towards Finestrat ( at the round about with an old stone farmhouse in the middle of it ) and on to the CV 758. After four kilometres you will see an orange sign on the right for the gas bottles yard, take the next turning to the left between concrete posts and opposite the gas yard.
Go straight over the next road. You will see a boat on the clearing - park here. GPS 38.570385 , -0.166502 ///savings.stags.markets
SATURDAY 2nd DECEMBER - PENYO MULERO - GUADALEST - 13KM , 600 METRES , 4 1/2 HRS + , HARD , JACQUI / ALEX 634352035
This is a walk based on Maps G-1 and G-2 - note that on Geoffs maps the start is called Font Moli d'Ondara - on Google Maps it is called Font Moli Benimantell.
It is an extended version of the original walk. A popular straightforward walk on well graded tracks , Penyo Mulero is the highpoint of a broad rounded ridge.
Take the CV-70 heading north towards Guadalest ( sometimes called the new Guadalest Road ) , lookout for the KM 35 sign , then on the left will be a turning and sign for Restaurant Trestellador.
Turn in here , right at the small T - Junction , then stay left at a small fork in the road. The Moli and space for parking will come up on the left.
GPS 38.662778 , -0.206869 ///diverting.sunbeams.starlings
This is a walk based on Maps G-1 and G-2 - note that on Geoffs maps the start is called Font Moli d'Ondara - on Google Maps it is called Font Moli Benimantell.
It is an extended version of the original walk. A popular straightforward walk on well graded tracks , Penyo Mulero is the highpoint of a broad rounded ridge.
Take the CV-70 heading north towards Guadalest ( sometimes called the new Guadalest Road ) , lookout for the KM 35 sign , then on the left will be a turning and sign for Restaurant Trestellador.
Turn in here , right at the small T - Junction , then stay left at a small fork in the road. The Moli and space for parking will come up on the left.
GPS 38.662778 , -0.206869 ///diverting.sunbeams.starlings
WEDNESDAY 29TH NOVEMBER - There are multiple roadworks between La Nucia and Callosa causing long delays and detours.
So we will instead start the walk from Callosa,which can be easily reached using the road from Altea la Vella.
Meet at the Coope Bar, which is the first building on the left in Callosa , with ample parking and a large terrace, for a 10.30 start.
GPS 38.646509 , -0.113528 ///photos.starfish.swipe
It is an easy circular walk in the campo, on lanes and paths through nispero orchards and pinewoods, taking about 2H 30 to cover 7km with about 100m ascent.
Fine mountain views and an optional ascent of the Sierra Verde.
This will be my last walk this year so I hope you will be able to cover the Wednesdays
of early December. I hope to return in January, Imshallah. Geoff.
So we will instead start the walk from Callosa,which can be easily reached using the road from Altea la Vella.
Meet at the Coope Bar, which is the first building on the left in Callosa , with ample parking and a large terrace, for a 10.30 start.
GPS 38.646509 , -0.113528 ///photos.starfish.swipe
It is an easy circular walk in the campo, on lanes and paths through nispero orchards and pinewoods, taking about 2H 30 to cover 7km with about 100m ascent.
Fine mountain views and an optional ascent of the Sierra Verde.
This will be my last walk this year so I hope you will be able to cover the Wednesdays
of early December. I hope to return in January, Imshallah. Geoff.
SATURDAY 25th NOVEMBER - Massarof and Baranco Rober- 12 Kms , 400 metres ascent , 4 hrs approx. 10:30 AM. MODERATE / HARD
We will meet on the road that goes by the Verde Vent Restaurant. This is on the CV 749 coming out of Jalon / Xalo , drive past the VV Restaurant which will be on the left.
After a few hundred meters there is a dirt patch on the right hand side big enough for a few cars - stop here.
GPS 38.708057,-0.040363 according to Google Maps or ///scavengers.stuffing.collate . The CV 749 also comes the other way from the Benissa area.
We will meet on the road that goes by the Verde Vent Restaurant. This is on the CV 749 coming out of Jalon / Xalo , drive past the VV Restaurant which will be on the left.
After a few hundred meters there is a dirt patch on the right hand side big enough for a few cars - stop here.
GPS 38.708057,-0.040363 according to Google Maps or ///scavengers.stuffing.collate . The CV 749 also comes the other way from the Benissa area.
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 22nd MOORS HOUSE, TARBENA EASY - GEOFF
About 8 km, 200m ascent, 3hrs. Map T1 . Tarbena is on the CV-715 after Callosa and Bolulla .
We climb - slowly with stops - a hill, crowned with the ruins of the Moors House ( castle ) to enjoy a magnificent 360 degree mountain panorama.
Starts 10.30 from the car park in Tarbena. GPS 38.695008 , -0.103284 ///skip.gestured.jiggle
About 8 km, 200m ascent, 3hrs. Map T1 . Tarbena is on the CV-715 after Callosa and Bolulla .
We climb - slowly with stops - a hill, crowned with the ruins of the Moors House ( castle ) to enjoy a magnificent 360 degree mountain panorama.
Starts 10.30 from the car park in Tarbena. GPS 38.695008 , -0.103284 ///skip.gestured.jiggle
SATURDAY 18TH NOVEMBER - CASTELLS AIRSTRIP AND MYSTERIOUS CAVE - MODERATE / HARD - This is an 11 Km walk with overall ascent of 450 metres ( this includes an optional there and back diversion to the lookout tower ). Without the diversion it is 2 Km less and 150 metres of ascent less. We will meet at 10:30 as usual at the dirt car park at the Km 7 marker on the CV 752 out of Tarbena. Tarbena is the next village after Bolulla ( on the CV 715 out of Callosa de en Sarria. ) The Km 7 marker is 18 Km / 30 minutes from Callosa.
GPS 38.715591 , -0.160449 ///cookie.fluffy.slighter
GPS 38.715591 , -0.160449 ///cookie.fluffy.slighter
WEDNESDAY NOV 15th - NUCIA WOODS ( ERMITA ) EASY GEOFF
About 7 km, 150m ascent, 3 hrs. Circular route on good paths with interesting features.
We meet at 10.30 near the Ermita Sant Vicent at El Captivador, which is signposted off the CV 760, after the
roundabout joining the Alfaz ( CV 751 ) and Altea ( CV 760 ) roads, heading towards La Nucia.
GPS 38.606403,-0.103561 ///pins.veered.dad
About 7 km, 150m ascent, 3 hrs. Circular route on good paths with interesting features.
We meet at 10.30 near the Ermita Sant Vicent at El Captivador, which is signposted off the CV 760, after the
roundabout joining the Alfaz ( CV 751 ) and Altea ( CV 760 ) roads, heading towards La Nucia.
GPS 38.606403,-0.103561 ///pins.veered.dad
SATURDAY 11TH NOVEMBER - THE FONTS OF PEDREGUER - 12 KMS , 550 METRES ASCENT , 4 HRS PLUS - HARD ^^^^^^
THIS IS A CIRCULAR ROUTE TAKING IN THE EXCELLENT VIEWS OF PEDREGUER AND THE COAST BEYOND
We start at Font d'Aixa which is off the CV - 748 out of Lliber. Lliber itself is on the CV-745 out of Jalon / Xalo.
Coming from the Jalon side as you get through Lliber take the left hand fork on to CV-748.
After 3.7 Km there is a small crossroads - turn left onto Cami Font d'Aixa . Follow this to the Font which is at the end of the road after 2.4 Kms.
GPS 38.766977,0.019255 , ///intolerance.livery.dossier See you there at 10:30 , Jacqui 0034 645 101 161
THIS IS A CIRCULAR ROUTE TAKING IN THE EXCELLENT VIEWS OF PEDREGUER AND THE COAST BEYOND
We start at Font d'Aixa which is off the CV - 748 out of Lliber. Lliber itself is on the CV-745 out of Jalon / Xalo.
Coming from the Jalon side as you get through Lliber take the left hand fork on to CV-748.
After 3.7 Km there is a small crossroads - turn left onto Cami Font d'Aixa . Follow this to the Font which is at the end of the road after 2.4 Kms.
GPS 38.766977,0.019255 , ///intolerance.livery.dossier See you there at 10:30 , Jacqui 0034 645 101 161
WED NOV 8th XIRLES - A DIFFERENT WALK TO LAST WEEK ! - GEOFF Easy, About 8km, 100metres ascent, 3 hrs. Drinks after at the Wooden Hut.
We walk steadily up on hidden paths, cross the crest to enjoy stunning mountain views and return along a forestry track on the other side of this popular ridge.
We will meet in the carpark ( or thereabouts) which is on the LHS of the road just as you enter Xirles.
Xirles is on the CV-7620 which forks off the CV-7621 out of Polop. GPS 38.633541 , -0.136253 , ///yourselves.soups.crinkles . 10:30 start.
We walk steadily up on hidden paths, cross the crest to enjoy stunning mountain views and return along a forestry track on the other side of this popular ridge.
We will meet in the carpark ( or thereabouts) which is on the LHS of the road just as you enter Xirles.
Xirles is on the CV-7620 which forks off the CV-7621 out of Polop. GPS 38.633541 , -0.136253 , ///yourselves.soups.crinkles . 10:30 start.
SATURDAY 4TH NOVEMBER 2023 - VALL DE LUAGAR - FIVE VILLAGES - HARD - JACQUI
We start at the Council Swimming Pool Car Park in Murla - on to the hillside villages of Benimaurell , then Fleix followed by Campell. Then it is back to Murla. We counted Murla twice !!
This is quite a strenuous one - 13 Km and about 550 metres worth of ascent. Though most of the ascent is done in the first one third.
Taking in the hillside villages of Benimurell , Fleix and Campell - 4 hours plus.
As you enter Murla the road curves to the left - there is a sharp right hand onto the road to the Swimming Pool. We will start off from the Car Park at the Pool at 10:30
GPS 38.767392,-0.077386 ///mewing.ambitious.clincher
We start at the Council Swimming Pool Car Park in Murla - on to the hillside villages of Benimaurell , then Fleix followed by Campell. Then it is back to Murla. We counted Murla twice !!
This is quite a strenuous one - 13 Km and about 550 metres worth of ascent. Though most of the ascent is done in the first one third.
Taking in the hillside villages of Benimurell , Fleix and Campell - 4 hours plus.
As you enter Murla the road curves to the left - there is a sharp right hand onto the road to the Swimming Pool. We will start off from the Car Park at the Pool at 10:30
GPS 38.767392,-0.077386 ///mewing.ambitious.clincher
WEDNESDAY 1ST NOVEMBER - XIRLES - BRENDANS BUTTERFLY WALK - 9KM , 3 HRS , 250 METRES ASCENT - EASY /MODERATE.
We will meet in the carpark ( or thereabouts) which is on the LHS of the road just as you enter Xirles. Xirles is on the CV-7620 which forks off the CV-7621 out of Polop.
GPS 38.633541 , -0.136253 , ///yourselves.soups.crinkles . 10:30 start.
We will meet in the carpark ( or thereabouts) which is on the LHS of the road just as you enter Xirles. Xirles is on the CV-7620 which forks off the CV-7621 out of Polop.
GPS 38.633541 , -0.136253 , ///yourselves.soups.crinkles . 10:30 start.
SATURDAY 28TH OCTOBER - UNDER THE BERNIA - 13 KM , 4.5 HRS APPROX , 400 METRES ASCENT - MODERATE / HARD
From the N 332 ( just south of Benissa ) turn on to the CV 750 towards Jalon then almost immediately left again on to CV 749 ( Pinos ). After 8 Km pass Restaurante Pinos on your right then 700 metres later cross a small bridge with blue railings and immediately after the bridge pull off the road. Depending on numbers we will park here or further up the slip road
Meet at 10:30 AM . Or for those with fancy GPS systems : 38.679969 , -0.014745 ///increases.consumed.torchlight
From the N 332 ( just south of Benissa ) turn on to the CV 750 towards Jalon then almost immediately left again on to CV 749 ( Pinos ). After 8 Km pass Restaurante Pinos on your right then 700 metres later cross a small bridge with blue railings and immediately after the bridge pull off the road. Depending on numbers we will park here or further up the slip road
Meet at 10:30 AM . Or for those with fancy GPS systems : 38.679969 , -0.014745 ///increases.consumed.torchlight
WEDNESDAY 25TH OCTOBER - WE WILL DO THE ALBIR LIGHTHOUSE WALK AND ALSO VISIT THE OCHRE MINE WHICH LIES BELOW
MEET AT 10:30 IN THE ALBIR LIGHTHOUSE CAR PARK WHICH IS AT THE END OF CARRER NEPTU GPS 38.568235 , -0.063016 ///beady.buddies.asked
MEET AT 10:30 IN THE ALBIR LIGHTHOUSE CAR PARK WHICH IS AT THE END OF CARRER NEPTU GPS 38.568235 , -0.063016 ///beady.buddies.asked
SATURDAY 21ST OCTOBER - UNDER THE AITANA - STARTING FROM FONT PARTAGAS - 14 KM , 550 METRES ASCENT , 4 - 4 1/2 HRS , MODERATE / HARD
We start from the Fonts de Partagat which are on the mountain road coming out of Benifato.Take the CV - 70 heading north from N332 / Benidorm area , you pass by the area of La Nucia / Polop then skirt Guadalest. Through Benimantell and on to Benifato .
As you enter Benifato turn right at the BENIFATO sign - there is also a Font de Partagas plaque on the wall. Follow this mountain road to the Font de Partagas car park.
Benifato is about 20 minutes along the CV-70 from the Polop area. The Font carpark is about 3.5 Km / 10 minutes drive along the mountain road out of Benifato.
GPS 38.657286 , -0.241755 ///brushed.arduous.headliners 10:30 start - Jacqui - (0034) - 645 101 161
We start from the Fonts de Partagat which are on the mountain road coming out of Benifato.Take the CV - 70 heading north from N332 / Benidorm area , you pass by the area of La Nucia / Polop then skirt Guadalest. Through Benimantell and on to Benifato .
As you enter Benifato turn right at the BENIFATO sign - there is also a Font de Partagas plaque on the wall. Follow this mountain road to the Font de Partagas car park.
Benifato is about 20 minutes along the CV-70 from the Polop area. The Font carpark is about 3.5 Km / 10 minutes drive along the mountain road out of Benifato.
GPS 38.657286 , -0.241755 ///brushed.arduous.headliners 10:30 start - Jacqui - (0034) - 645 101 161
Geoff recently sent out an email with walks for Wednesday - unfortunately his return to Spain has been delayed for some time so we have an alternative plan for Weds :
WEDNESDAY 18TH OCTOBER - EASY WALK - BERNIA FOREST TRAIL About 6km, undulating track with about 100m ascent based on map J16.
From the N332 take the Callosa road, driving through Altea la Vella and, just after passing a statue and Bernia
signs ( about one kilometre out of Altea la Vella ) pull ( Slowly ! ) into a large layby on the left - about 300 metres further on - for 10.30 meet. GPS 38.629182,-0.060163
We will share cars, driving up the steep, winding surfaced road together to the limited parking at a picnic site, 600m asl ,with amazing views to the coast far below.
WEDNESDAY 18TH OCTOBER - EASY WALK - BERNIA FOREST TRAIL About 6km, undulating track with about 100m ascent based on map J16.
From the N332 take the Callosa road, driving through Altea la Vella and, just after passing a statue and Bernia
signs ( about one kilometre out of Altea la Vella ) pull ( Slowly ! ) into a large layby on the left - about 300 metres further on - for 10.30 meet. GPS 38.629182,-0.060163
We will share cars, driving up the steep, winding surfaced road together to the limited parking at a picnic site, 600m asl ,with amazing views to the coast far below.
SATURDAY 14TH OCTOBER - Massarof and Baranco Rober- 12 Kms , 400 metres ascent , 4 hrs approx. 10:30 AM.
We will meet on the road that goes by the Verde Vent Restaurant. This is on the CV 749 coming out of Jalon / Xalo , drive past the VV Restaurant which will be on the left.
After a few hundred meters there is a dirt patch on the right hand side big enough for a few cars - stop here.
GPS 38.708057,-0.040363 according to Google Maps. The CV 749 also comes the other way from the Benissa area.
We will meet on the road that goes by the Verde Vent Restaurant. This is on the CV 749 coming out of Jalon / Xalo , drive past the VV Restaurant which will be on the left.
After a few hundred meters there is a dirt patch on the right hand side big enough for a few cars - stop here.
GPS 38.708057,-0.040363 according to Google Maps. The CV 749 also comes the other way from the Benissa area.
WEDNESDAY 11TH OCTOBER - 10:30 - ALTEA - 9KMS , APPROX 3 HRS , 100 METRES ASCENT , EASY
A walk of 9kms that starts from the big tarmac car park under the bridge in Altea and goes up the side of the barranco, under the motorway bridge, past a couple of old molis and up to the small reservoir by Els Dos Rius returning alongside the river and the other side of the barranco. It’s an easy walk with a few ups and downs of about 100 metres total ascent, good tracks all the way, and lots of very interesting and pleasant views, ending up at the seafront for a coffee or beer.
KATHERINE / KAITHE 0034 634 342 638
A walk of 9kms that starts from the big tarmac car park under the bridge in Altea and goes up the side of the barranco, under the motorway bridge, past a couple of old molis and up to the small reservoir by Els Dos Rius returning alongside the river and the other side of the barranco. It’s an easy walk with a few ups and downs of about 100 metres total ascent, good tracks all the way, and lots of very interesting and pleasant views, ending up at the seafront for a coffee or beer.
KATHERINE / KAITHE 0034 634 342 638
SATURDAY 7th OCT - JALON - SIERRA DEVESES - MAP J-5 , 11KMS , 350 METRES ASCENT , APPROX 4 HRS - MODERATE - 10:30 AM
This walk is a variation of Map J5. If we are lucky we can have a coffee at Casa Claudia's on the way back to the cars.
We start at the dirt carpark next to the Sports Centre on the edge of Jalon. The Sports Centre is on the roundabout before the Social Centre.
From the N-332 Benissa take the CV 745 to Jalon / Xalo. As you enter Jalon the road bends right at the petrol station.
A few hundred meters along is the roundabout with the Sports Centre car park immediately off the roundabout. GPS 38.742076,-0.007692 ALEX 0034 634352035
This walk is a variation of Map J5. If we are lucky we can have a coffee at Casa Claudia's on the way back to the cars.
We start at the dirt carpark next to the Sports Centre on the edge of Jalon. The Sports Centre is on the roundabout before the Social Centre.
From the N-332 Benissa take the CV 745 to Jalon / Xalo. As you enter Jalon the road bends right at the petrol station.
A few hundred meters along is the roundabout with the Sports Centre car park immediately off the roundabout. GPS 38.742076,-0.007692 ALEX 0034 634352035
WEDNESDAY 4TH OCTOBER LA NUCIA - CALVARI CROSS - 8KM , 3 HRS APPROX , EASY , KATHERINE / KAITHE 0034 634 342 638 10:30 am
Some ups and downs but no extended steep slopes apart from climb up to Calvary.
Mostly woodland, small section of pavement through town and into barranco, Concreted waterway along side of barranco
This is a panhandle shaped walk in which the circular part of the overlaps one of Geoff’s routes.
Coming from Benidorm take CV 70, go past the first Mercadona on Rotunda 4 and continue to Rotunda 2 then take the CV715 towards La Nucia. You will see Lidl on the opposite side of the dual carriageway. Continue to the traffic lights just before Mercadona and turn left into Calle de Tarbena .Park on street.
Coming from ALfaz take the CV763 towards La Nucia, continue on the CV715 at Rotunda 2 towards La Nucia. You will see Lidl on the opposite side of the dual carriageway. Continue to the traffic lights just before Mercadona and turn left into Calle de Tarbena. Park on street.
Some ups and downs but no extended steep slopes apart from climb up to Calvary.
Mostly woodland, small section of pavement through town and into barranco, Concreted waterway along side of barranco
This is a panhandle shaped walk in which the circular part of the overlaps one of Geoff’s routes.
Coming from Benidorm take CV 70, go past the first Mercadona on Rotunda 4 and continue to Rotunda 2 then take the CV715 towards La Nucia. You will see Lidl on the opposite side of the dual carriageway. Continue to the traffic lights just before Mercadona and turn left into Calle de Tarbena .Park on street.
Coming from ALfaz take the CV763 towards La Nucia, continue on the CV715 at Rotunda 2 towards La Nucia. You will see Lidl on the opposite side of the dual carriageway. Continue to the traffic lights just before Mercadona and turn left into Calle de Tarbena. Park on street.
Hello all , the weather is cooling down slowly , Geoff returns to Spain in the middle of October - we will post two Wednesday walks 4th and 11th October.
In the meantime we are planning a walk this Saturday 30th Sept.
Sella to Relleu and back. 11.5 Kms approx with 360 metres ascent.
We are meeting at the layby that is on the LHS of the road just before the bridge at Sella. GPS 38.606072,-0.273380
Sella is on the CV-770 - off the N-332 near Villajoyosa . Approx 13 Km / 20 min drive from leaving the N-332. Past the resevoir and through Orcheta. Easy to get to.
In the meantime we are planning a walk this Saturday 30th Sept.
Sella to Relleu and back. 11.5 Kms approx with 360 metres ascent.
We are meeting at the layby that is on the LHS of the road just before the bridge at Sella. GPS 38.606072,-0.273380
Sella is on the CV-770 - off the N-332 near Villajoyosa . Approx 13 Km / 20 min drive from leaving the N-332. Past the resevoir and through Orcheta. Easy to get to.