The Alpujarra visit and hike
The Alpujarra visit and hikeAlong old irrigation channels
TRIP DESCRIPTION
Experience the natural medieval heritage of Andalusia by discovering the irrigation network of
La Alpujarra. Visit a traditional village famous for its natural medicinal waters with professional
guides.
Key Facts:
Length: 5.5 km; Accumulated Height Difference: 250m +/250m –
Duration: 2h30min; Difficulty: low
Meeting point: Plaza del Triunfo, Granada/ Plaza de Mariana Pineda, Granada
Departure time (Granada): 9:00 am
Arrival time (Granada): 3:00 pm
The trip:
We will travel to Lanjarón, one of the first villages in the Alpujarras and known worldwide for its medicinal waters. Once there, we will begin the route to the Aceituno-Secarta irrigation channels. Passing through vegetables gardens, we will reach the Aceituno channel, which we will follow to where the river feeds the channel, which consists of a pool. Retracing our steps, we resume our route along a path that ascends to the Huerto de Las Monjas Recreation Area. After a rest in the shade of the chestnut trees, we will resume our route to the Secarta channel, which we will follow downwards to the town.,We will walk on the edge of the channel with stunning views of the valley and the high mountains. The remains of old crops and farmhouses, the sound of the water and the colours of the chestnut trees make the path very pleasant. After following several downhill trails we will arrive in Lanjarón, where we will reward ourselves with some drinks accompanied by delicious local tapas. You will enjoy a half-day hike in the countryside with a very knowledgeable guide who is passionate about our natural heritage.
Landscape and Heritage:
- History of the Sierra Nevada, its traditions and resources
- Ancient chestnut trees
- The water and irrigation channels of the Alpujarras
- Lanjarón spa resort and its medicinal waters
Equipment recommended:
We recommend carrying 1l of water. Sunglasses, sun cream, protective lip cream and a hat are recommended. Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for the season and carry an extra layer and a raincoat. It is necessary to wear hiking shoes or boots. A second pair of socks would be a good idea! Please carry any personal medicine which you could need.
Logistics:
Participants should take nuts, dried fruits, and sandwiches for our picnic in the countryside.
Dates: Every Saturday
Price: €90 adults including guiding, insurance and transportation. A minimum of 2 participants.
Purchasing Conditions: Excursions must be booked and paid for at least 2 days in advance. Participants must arrive at the meeting point on time. The group will wait for participants for 10 minutes but then leave. In this situation, no money will be reimbursed. All participants should ensure that they know how to get to the meeting point in advance, and if you have any questions or doubts, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Price: 90€
Location: Alpujarra, Sierra Nevada, GranadaDuration: 2,5 hDifficulty: Level 1 (REI)
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TRIP DESCRIPTION
Experience the natural medieval heritage of Andalusia by discovering the irrigation network of La Alpujarra. Visit a traditional village famous for its natural medicinal waters with professional guides.
Key Facts:
Length: 5.5 km; Accumulated Height Difference: 250m +/250m –
Duration: 2h30min; Difficulty: low
Meeting point: Plaza del Triunfo, Granada/ Plaza de Mariana Pineda, Granada
Departure time (Granada): 9:00 am
Arrival time (Granada): 3:00 pm
The trip:
We will travel to Lanjarón, one of the first villages in the Alpujarras and known worldwide for its medicinal waters. Once there, we will begin the route to the Aceituno-Secarta irrigation channels. Passing through vegetables gardens, we will reach the Aceituno channel, which we will follow to where the river feeds the channel, which consists of a pool. Retracing our steps, we resume our route along a path that ascends to the Huerto de Las Monjas Recreation Area. After a rest in the shade of the chestnut trees, we will resume our route to the Secarta channel, which we will follow downwards to the town.,We will walk on the edge of the channel with stunning views of the valley and the high mountains. The remains of old crops and farmhouses, the sound of the water and the colours of the chestnut trees make the path very pleasant. After following several downhill trails we will arrive in Lanjarón, where we will reward ourselves with some drinks accompanied by delicious local tapas. You will enjoy a half-day hike in the countryside with a very knowledgeable guide who is passionate about our natural heritage.
Landscape and Heritage:
- History of the Sierra Nevada, its traditions and resources
- Ancient chestnut trees
- The water and irrigation channels of the Alpujarras
- Lanjarón spa resort and its medicinal waters
Equipment recommended:
We recommend carrying 1l of water. Sunglasses, sun cream, protective lip cream and a hat are recommended. Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for the season and carry an extra layer and a raincoat. It is necessary to wear hiking shoes or boots. A second pair of socks would be a good idea! Please carry any personal medicine which you could need.
Logistics:
Participants should take nuts, dried fruits, and sandwiches for our picnic in the countryside.
Dates: Every Saturday
Price: €90 adults including guiding, insurance and transportation. A minimum of 2 participants.
Purchasing Conditions: Excursions must be booked and paid for at least 2 days in advance. Participants must arrive at the meeting point on time. The group will wait for participants for 10 minutes but then leave. In this situation, no money will be reimbursed. All participants should ensure that they know how to get to the meeting point in advance, and if you have any questions or doubts, please do not hesitate to contact us.
90€
Activity Level Descriptions
REItrips
(1) Relaxed: Adventure travel at its most relaxed pace.
- Activity: 1-3 hours most days
- Distances: walk less than 3 miles most days
- Surfaces: flat terrain
- Elevation change: little to none
- Altitude: less than 3,000 ft
(2) Easy: Great for newcomers to active travel.
- Activity: 2-5 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 6 miles, cycle 10-30 miles most days
- Surfaces: flat or rolling terrain with some possible steeps
- Elevation change: up to 2,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 6,000 ft
(3) Moderate: For outdoor novices and above.
- Activity: 4-6 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 10 miles most days, cycle 20-40 miles most days
- Surfaces: rolling or mountainous terrain with some steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
- Elevation change: up to 3,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 10,000 ft
(4) Vigorous: Recommended for fir travelers with basic skills.
- Activity: 5-8 hours most days
- Distances: hike up to 12 miles most days, cycle 30-50 miles most days
- Surfaces: mountainous, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents and uneven trails
- Elevation change: up to 4,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 14,000 ft
- Experience and a doctor's release may be required
(5) Strenuous: Designed for very fit travelers.
- Activity: 10+ hours/day
- Distances: hike up to 12 miles most days, cycle 50 miles or more miles most days
- Surfaces: remote mountainous, exposed terrain with steep ascents/descents, uneven trails with loose features.
- Elevation change: up to 4,000 ft/day
- Altitude: up to 14,000 ft
- Experience and a doctor's release may be required
Partnership
Contact & Reserve trip
Sierra&Sol | Ecotourism guided hiking and trekking tours in southern Spain
Placeta de Liñan 5
18010 Granada, España
