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Centro-Sur O Guadalorce
Álora

El Chorro Gorge – El Chorro loop from El Chorro-Caminito del Rey

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Spain
Andalusia
Malaga
Centro-Sur O Guadalorce
Álora

El Chorro Gorge – El Chorro loop from El Chorro-Caminito del Rey

Hard

13

runners

El Chorro Gorge – El Chorro loop from El Chorro-Caminito del Rey

01:54

16.0km

490m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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6 m

El Chorro Station and Historic Water Tanks

Highlight • Historical Site

The El Chorro station, inaugurated in 1865, currently functions as a reception center for visitors to the famous Caminito del Rey. However, we must not forget that the station represents …

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2

48 m

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 …

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338 m

El Chorro Gorge

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The fame of El Chorro and its Caminito del Rey does not stop growing and, as you will be seeing if you are cycling in the area, it is normal: …

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1.59 km

Embalse Tajo de la Encantada

Lake

5

1.91 km

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.

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3.30 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 …

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7

6.78 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 …

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8

11.7 km

Las Mesas de Villaverde Viewpoint

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The viewpoint of the Mesas de Villaverde is located on the upper dam of the Tajo de la Encantada, which has a curious Y-shape due to the three hills that …

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16.0 km

El Chorro

Highlight • Settlement

El Chorro is a town located in the province of Malaga, known for its impressive natural environment, which includes the Gaitanes Gorge and the famous Caminito del Rey. The Caminito …

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16.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

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9.55 km

3.60 km

2.49 km

306 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.09 km

4.93 km

4.88 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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