With its unique position between the Sierra Almijara mountains and the Mediterranean, Nerja makes an ideal place to stay for those who like to mix more active pursuits in with their sunbathing! 

Nerja lies at the foot of the Sierra Almijara, and the most eastern part of this mountain range is known locally as the Sierra of Nerja. The landscape is quite unique for the Malaga coast in that here there are high mountains very close to the sea; in fact it seems that they plunge straight into the Mediterranean! This has the effect of creating sheltered sandy coves and a spectacular rugged coastline.

Nerja is an ideal choice for your base, as you are right by the mountains but at the same time you are not staying ‘in the middle of nowhere’. You have all the amenities of a thriving town, such as supermarkets & chemists and a wide range of restaurants and bars to visit.  In the evening Nerja is ideal for sampling the local cuisine and you can join the locals and tourists who gather on the "Balcon de Europa" which juts out into The Mediterranean Sea and has a colourful atmosphere with street entertainers and stalls from local artists.

The best time to walk in Andalucia is in the late spring early summer when the flowers are in bloom, and in early autumn to catch the migration of birds. The region lies on the most important migration route for birds from northern Europe to Africa and many exotic species pass through, or are permanently resident (such as griffon vultures and flamingos). However the generally sunny climate of Nerja makes walking attractive even in the winter months, and in the hot summer we offer river walks - to take advantage of the cooler temperatures by the water and, of course, giving you the opportunity to cool off in the water en route.

Guided Walks during your stay in Nerja
We can arrange guided walks for you during your stay with a qualified, professional walking guide. Routes start in the mountain village of Frigiliana, just a short drive or bus ride from Nerja. Choose between longer (5 hour) hikes, tackling some of the peaks around the area or exploring the local villages, or shorter strolls (lasting 2-3  hours) in and around Frigiliana, visiting some of the local attractions and covering things like local history, geography, photography.

Here are some examples of the routes that we offer:

Longer Hikes
El Fuerte (1,005m/3,300ft). There is a waymarked route winding its way up onto the shoulders of this mighty mountain. After 40 mintues of steep climbing the route eventually begins to level off but always leading up, up and up. We continue along the ridge of the mountain where we stop many times for drinks, a bite to eat & photographs. At 1000 meters high, this gives us incredible views of the coast and the Sierra Almijara Natural Park.

Distance: 8km (5 miles)
Ascent: 700m (2,300 feet)
Time: 5 hours

El Acebuchal. This is a walk that takes us through the country roads and laneways of the Frigiliana and Torrox Hills to Acebuchal. We will stop after a couple of hours walking at Antonio's bar in Acebuchal for a drink and a bite to eat, enjoying the views from their bar and restaurant, before returning to Frigiliana along paths that are a little less travelled.

Distance: 14km (8.5 miles)
Ascent: 250m (820 feet)
Time: 5 hours

Cerro Del Pinto. This is one of the most used local routes from Frigiliana. There is a lovely little shrine at the top and is regularly frequented by locals. This is a good walk with a couple of ascents that will make you work. Excellent views from the top though and well worth the effort.

Distance: 14km (8.5 miles)
Ascent: 500m (1,600 feet)
Time: 5 hours