ONE DAY TRIPS

Capileira – Trevélez: the higher Alpujarras

SpringTrips

TRIP DESCRIPTION

Hiking in the Sierra Nevada National Park . This route combines the two highest villages of the Alpujarras, Capileira and Trevélez. The track will lead us through different kind of forests and landscape.

Key Facts:

Length: 18.7 km; Accumulated height difference: 916 m ascent;

Difficulty: High – long ascent and the height difference is considerable. The hike is not technically difficult but it requires a good level of fitness.

Departure time (Granada): 7:00 am

Meeting point: Roundabout at Plaza del Triunfo, Granada (see the map)

Arrival time (Granada): approximately 8:00 pm but it depends on the pace of the group

The trip:
We will start walking in the Alpujarras in Capileira. On the first part of the route we will ascend among oak and pine forests. We will cross irrigation channels, little streams and high mountain pastures until we reach la Loma del Jabalí (wild boar hill). From there we will have a great view of the Trevélez river valley and the Mediterranean Sea.
Hopefully we can spot an eagle or some mountain goats. The trail descends through an area of oak trees, plots of land with beautiful ponds and old chestnut trees. And later we will reach the highest part of Trevélez with its traditional architecture, an old washing place and an amazing viewpoint over the valley.
In Trevélez, our finishing point, we will have a refreshing drink as a reward.

Landscape and heritage:

Sierra Nevada National Park: Las Alpujarras
Diversity of ecosystems: Mediterranean forests, oak and pine trees
Ethnographic heritage: farmhouses, irrigation ponds and channels
Views and stunning scenery
Fauna: possibility to see mountain goats and eagles

Elevation profile: Capileira – Trevélez

Equipment recommended:
We recommend carrying 2l of water and hiking sticks. Sunglasses, sun cream, protective lip cream and a hat. Be aware of the weather forecast and take several kinds of clothes because we will reach an altitude of 2,240m.

Logistics:
Participants should take nuts, dried fruits, and sandwiches for our picnic in the countryside.

Price of “custom date”: €75/pp. 2 people minimum. It includes the guided trip, insurance and transportation.

Purchasing Conditions: Excursions must be booked and paid for at least three days in advance. Participants must arrive at the meeting point on time. The group will wait for participants for five 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 and if you have any questions or doubts, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Price:

75€

Location: Sierra Nevada National Park

Duration: 8 hours

Difficulty: Level 3 (REI)

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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