Hiking in Spain

Hiking in Spain is a wonderful way to explore the country with all its riches – culture, history, natural bounty, people and archeology. Unfold its medieval towns permeated with mystery and spirituality, hilly landscape, an incredible diversity of flora and fauna and exotic places through hiking in Spain. Choose from a plethora of well trodden tracks or off the beaten roads lying along the foothills of Pyrenees of northern Spain or in the dense forest of Picos de Europa or traversing the desolated valleys of Andalusia. Whichever route you may opt for, hiking in Spain will be a memorable and rewarding experience. Hiking clubs and companies arrange for self-guided or guided tours tailored carefully according to your needs to make your journey comfortable and safe.

Hiking Spots in Spain

Sierra Neveda: Located at a soaring height of 3.500m, the lofty mountain ranges of Sierra Neveda and Alpujarras are famous for hiking trails. During the summer you can undertake a hiking journey through this rocky region to enjoy spectacular scenery of mountains, lush green forest, snow capped peaks and fresh air.

Basque country and Pyrenees: Nestled in the meeting point of Pyrenees and Mediterranean, the hilly coastal region of Basque country is home to Europe’s oldest indigenous civilization. Hiking routes in Basque country leading through fishing villages, dense wood of Urkiola Nature Park, rugged hilly terranin of Aizkorri range and charming towns of Pamplona and San Sebastian will enlighten about the uniqueness of Basque people.

Camino De Santiago: Since medieval age, devout Christians all over the world walk along this route to reach the tomb of the apostle James. Officially declared by The Council of Europe as Europe’s first Cultural Itinerary, this enriching journey offering a rare glimpse into Spain’s pastoral wonders, history and culture is a hiker’s delight.

Apart from the routes described here, hiking enthusiasts can also find other hiking trails in the provinces of Galicia, Cantabria, Canary Islands and the Catalan Shore.