Type
Natural
Trip Duration
3 Hours
Set between towering rock walls over 100 metres high, the Gaitanes Gorge is one of the most stunning natural sites in inland Málaga. Running through it is the Caminito del Rey, a suspended walkway originally built to maintain nearby dams and water channels. Today, it's one of Spain's most famous hiking routes, with 7.7 km of paths and hanging walkways. The name ("The King's Path") comes from King Alfonso XIII, who crossed it in 1921 during the inauguration of the Conde de Guadalhorce dam. Fully restored and reopened in 2015, it offers a unique blend of history, nature and adventure.