Trek beside the sea with hiking holidays on the Costa del Sol

Where are the best hiking routes on the Costa del Sol?

The most famous route on the Costa del Sol is, without a doubt, the Caminito del Rey, which sees hikers walk along wooden platforms that have been set into the side of steep gorge walls. That's not the only trail worth trying, though. On your hiking trip to the Costa del Sol, you could tackle the 14-km Pico de la Concha. A round trip to the summit and back will take about 6 hours, with elevation gain of around 900 metres along the way. A shorter, but equally fascinating, route to include on your hiking holiday on the Costa del Sol is the path to El Torcal de Antequera. This UNESCO site, with its eerie, unique limestone formations, is suitable for hikers of all abilities.

Where should I stay for a hiking holiday on the Costa del Sol?

There are many different options for hiking on the Costa del Sol. For a central location, consider villas in Málaga (Este). Málaga, the region's largest city, has good bus and train connections to most towns in the area, so it's an excellent choice if you plan to follow several different hiking routes. Apart from that, you could consider what kind of hikes you want to do on your hiking getaway on the Costa del Sol. Look for holiday lettings on the Costa del Sol with access to the mountains if that's what you're into; villas in Nerja are a good option. Prefer coastal walks? You could stay in a villa in Marbella Centre or villa in Benalmádena. You should also think about what other activities you plan to do on your holiday. Staying in Málaga lets you visit great museums and enjoy a big city buzz, while a villa in Marbella will give you easy access to the region's best restaurants and luxury shops.