Walking

The vast open areas in Spain can often leave you feeling rather vulnerable when solo walking. I wondered how many others felt the same, and therefore missing out on the wonderful experience of walking here and the beautiful views. So I started a friendly walking group. I enjoy walking and love seein...

Suggested walk / hike in Cantoria Here's a suggested flat hiking route starting at Sara's Bar in Cantoria, walking to Almanzora for refreshments, then back along the same route.Walk name - Railway WalkMileage - 11.2km / 6.9miles Time - approx 2.5 hours (with a 15min break in Almanzora)Elevation gai...

Suggested walk / hike in Cantoria Here's a suggested hiking route starting at El Badil (between Almanzora and Cantoria) that my walking group have done on many occasions. Starting in El Badil, stopping in the village of Almanzora for a cold beer or glass of vino, then circling back to the start.Walk...

Suggested walk / hike in Cantoria. Here's a suggested hiking route starting at Almanzora, along the old railway toward Cantoria, up the mountain to look out at the spectacular views, across the mountain range, then back down stopping in the village of Almanzora for a cold beer or glass of vino.Walk ...

Suggested walk / hike in Oria.This particular walk didn't go to plan. The mountain range can be seen from my home, and I wanted to stand at the top and look over at the views. The trails I thought we could walk up, were either clearly marked as private property, or had chains across them. So, my fri...

Suggested walk / hike in Oria. I am sharing a walk that I have enjoyed, and hope that you will to. I have included details of the route, the mileage and elevation stats, with some photos, to help you find new and interesting walks in and around Oria, Spain.Walk name - The scarecrow walkMileage - 9.8...

Apps I use whilst out walking.Our mobile phones can be great personal tools and security devices when out walking and I would not leave the house without mine. Here are some of my favourite mobile apps for helping me keep on the right track and for personal safety whilst out hiking and exploring. ...

PART 1 - Training Jan 2018 ~ You are walking how many miles?I am walking "100km which is 62miles in just over a day" As I sat on my folded waterproof trousers to protect myself from the cold muddy ground, I looked up and watched natures wind-chimes, as the top branches hit each other in the wind. I ...