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Entrance to Caminito del Rey – Viewpoint loop from Bella Rocca

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Spain

Andalusia

Malaga

Centro-Sur O Guadalorce

Álora

Entrance to Caminito del Rey – Viewpoint loop from Bella Rocca

Hard

5.0

(2)

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Entrance to Caminito del Rey – Viewpoint loop from Bella Rocca

02:04

22.6km

750m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 17.5 km for 17 m

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Parking

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3.53 km

Entrance to Caminito del Rey

Highlight • Gorge

Unfortunately I didn't get an individual ticket for the caminito del rey. That's why we booked a tour from the Hotel Gargante, because we really want to see this gorge.

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3.85 km

El Chorro–Caminito del Rey Railway Station

Highlight • Rest Area

The El Chorro train station is a historical building that was built with the construction of the railway line between Málaga and Córdoba. The line was opened in 1865, and the station itself was built around the same time. The station was an important hub for travelers and workers traveling in the region.

A well-known film that was partially filmed in El Chorro is "Von Ryan's Express" with Frank Sinatra and Trevor Howard. The impressive landscape of El Chorro, including the train station and the surrounding mountains, served as a backdrop for scenes from this film. Today, the train station is a popular starting point for outdoor enthusiasts who want to explore the Caminito del Rey or the impressive gorges of El Chorro.

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5.69 km

View of the Suspension Bridge on the Caminito del Rey

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this point, you have a beautiful view of the Caminito del Rey suspension bridge, which spans the Rio Guadalhorce gorge. The road is quiet with little traffic, and the spot is easily accessible.

If you then choose the route across the dam bridge, you can also drive on the other side of the Embalse Tajo de la Encantada reservoir. This route takes you via El Chorro even closer to the mouth of the gorge. There are two options: either along the water's edge or up the path almost to the Caminito del Rey exit. For the latter, it's advisable to wait until the Caminito del Rey closes due to the crowds, as the path is a steep, gravel climb. The view, however, is even more magnificent.

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5.87 km

Bar El Pilar

Highlight • Restaurant

Bar El Pilar in El Chorro is a cozy restaurant near the famous Caminito del Rey hiking trail. Located just outside the village center, toward the Guadalhorce Lakes, it offers traditional Spanish cuisine including tapas, salads, and meat dishes in a relaxed atmosphere. The terrace offers beautiful views of the surrounding area, including the famous railway bridge. The bar is open several days a week and is a great place to stop before or after a hike. Picnic packages for groups are also available.

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6.68 km

Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

A first viewpoint, beautiful with wooden floor

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7.09 km

Hermitage of Our Lady of Villaverde

Highlight • Religious Site

Next to the current hermitage, which was renovated in the 1960s, prehistoric tombs from the Mozarabic period were discovered, carved into the rock. Near the hermitage, on a promontory, the remains of a watchtower known as the Peñón del Moro were discovered, evidence of the great importance of the enclave at that time.

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10.7 km

Entrance to the Mozarabic Ruins of Bobastro

Highlight • Historical Site

This architectural complex is made up of a necropolis and a cave church of Mozarabic origin; it stands out not only for its surroundings but also because the church is completely carved out of the rock. It can be accessed during visiting hours, from Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 15:00. The entrance fee is 3 euros.

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13.4 km

Geological Point of Interest: Bobastro

Highlight • Natural Monument

Point of interest Geological: Bobastro is an interesting place because of its unique geological features and the fact that it is a representative location for the geological history of Spain. It offers valuable insights into the geological processes that have shaped the region and the evolution of the landscape.

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16.0 km

Embalse Tajo de la Encantada

Lake

22.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.0 km

7.06 km

528 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.5 km

5.24 km

3.94 km

1.80 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Sunday 6 September

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Entrance to Caminito del Rey – Viewpoint loop from Bella Rocca

Entrance to Caminito del Rey

El Chorro–Caminito del Rey Railway Station

View of the Suspension Bridge on the Caminito del Rey

Bar El Pilar

Viewpoint

Hermitage of Our Lady of Villaverde

Entrance to the Mozarabic Ruins of Bobastro

Geological Point of Interest: Bobastro

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