Orihuela, a region in Spain's southeastern corner, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. Its terrain ranges from a 10-mile (16 km) coastline with sandy beaches to inland riverine paths along the Segura River, agricultural areas, and challenging mountain ranges like the Sierra de Orihuela. This varied geography supports several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more. The region's natural features include the Embalse de la Pedrera reservoir and the unique salt lakes near Torrevieja.
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4.4
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Average rating
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4.3
(6)
24
hikers
19.6km
05:06
120m
120m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(40)
233
hikers
12.3km
04:46
570m
570m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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315
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(59)
334
hikers
7.60km
03:13
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.6
(23)
1,266
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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436
riders
58.5km
03:06
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.5
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344
riders
98.3km
04:32
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
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345
riders
77.2km
03:22
730m
730m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.4
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306
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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281
riders
20.7km
01:15
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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206
riders
49.6km
03:05
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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164
riders
34.3km
02:02
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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182
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

139
runners
14.6km
02:34
750m
750m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.5
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120
runners
13.1km
01:25
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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93
runners
8.77km
01:29
400m
400m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.2
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47
riders
49.0km
02:50
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.7
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50
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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51
riders
47.7km
03:39
390m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
43
riders
56.2km
03:54
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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19
riders
65.3km
04:25
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
75.6km
05:16
450m
450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
71.8km
04:32
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
riders
103km
06:50
410m
410m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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12
hikers
6.63km
02:53
360m
360m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

7
hikers
2.25km
01:35
260m
260m
Hard mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

2
hikers
9.57km
03:39
440m
440m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4
hikers
4.84km
02:41
450m
450m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Orihuela offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features diverse landscapes from coastal paths to mountain ranges. More than 800 routes are available across these sports.
Orihuela features 828 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by more than 25,000 visitors. The average rating for routes in Orihuela is 4.28 out of 5 stars.
Road cycling routes in Orihuela traverse coastal roads, river paths along the Segura River, and challenging mountain ascents in the Sierra de Orihuela. Cyclists can find detailed options in the Road Cycling Routes around Orihuela guide. The region offers varied terrain for different skill levels.
Hiking trails in Orihuela explore diverse environments, from coastal walks to inland natural parks like Sierra Escalona. Other trails are found around Lake Pedrera and Torrevieja's pink salt lake. Comprehensive options are detailed in the Hiking around Orihuela guide.
Orihuela offers routes suitable for family cycling, particularly along the Segura riverbed and through agricultural areas with citrus orchards. These paths generally feature flatter terrain. The Cycling around Orihuela guide includes options for various skill levels.
Orihuela's natural features include a 10-mile (16 km) coastline with sandy beaches, the Segura River, and the Embalse de la Pedrera reservoir. The region also features the unique salt lakes near Torrevieja and the mountainous Sierra de Orihuela. Sierra Escalona is a natural area with diverse ecosystems.
Orihuela offers mountain biking opportunities, including routes that explore the more rugged inland terrain. The Sierra de Callosa de Segura and the Sierra de Orihuela provide mountainous areas with significant ascents. Specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Orihuela guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Orihuela, including Road Cycling Routes around Orihuela, Hiking around Orihuela, and Cycling around Orihuela. Additional guides cover Running Trails, MTB Trails, Gravel biking, and Mountain Hikes.
The highest point in Orihuela is Peña de Orihuela, located in the Sierra de Orihuela, with an elevation of 634 meters. This area features steep cliffs and offers views from its main hiking routes. Mountaineering routes are also available in this region.
For tourist information, the official tourism website for Orihuela is www.orihuelaturistica.es. Contact can also be made via phone to Tourist Info Orihuela Centro at +34 965 304 645 or +34 673 836 385, or Tourist Info Orihuela Playa at +34 672 21 89 77.
Yes, Orihuela provides opportunities for gravel biking, utilizing its diverse terrain including agricultural paths and natural areas. The Gravel biking around Orihuela guide offers specific routes for this activity. These routes often combine different surfaces.
Routes in Orihuela on komoot have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on feedback from more than 1,600 individual ratings. Over 25,000 visitors have explored routes in the region.

