The Valencian Community boasts a wide variety of hiking trails, each with its own unique characteristics and natural beauty.
For lovers of outdoor adventures, Valencia and its surroundings are an ideal destination. Among the best hiking trails you can enjoy in the area is the impressive “Caminito del Rey Valenciano. “
It is not a single route, but rather multiple trails that converge on the Route of the Grail through 18 Valencian municipalities. Among them is Altura, one of the rural villages of 2024. The route is divided into 7 stages and covers a total of 120 kilometers, which can be completed in sections until reaching the Cathedral of Valencia, where the Holy Chalice—used by Jesus at the Last Supper—is kept.
Did you know you can climb up to one of the best viewpoints in the region? Starting from Calpe and stretching for 8 kilometers, you’ll enjoy the best views of the Mediterranean on a challenging route—but one that’s ideal for early summer, when the sun isn’t quite as hot yet.
In the area around the Benagéber Reservoir, one of the most popular routes is the circular route, which begins and ends at the Benagéber Reservoir. Over the course of about 10 kilometers, the trail passes through the Turia River Canyon, the Chorros de Barchel, the Barchel Cave, the suspension bridge, and Pico Franco, which rises to an elevation of 869 meters. This area was designated a Municipal Natural Site in 2016.
Known as the “Valencian Caminito del Rey, “ the walkways of the Relleu Reservoir in Alicante are an impressive route inaugurated in 2022. This 9-kilometer trail through the 17th-century reservoir takes us to the stunning walkways halfway along the route. A perfect activity for any weekend and a way to discover one of Relleu’s best-kept secrets.
The circular Forat de Bernia trail is the best option for discovering this natural balcony overlooking the Valencian coastline. The route, designated PR-CV 7, is about 9 kilometers long and is of moderate difficulty. The elevation gain is 200 to 400 meters. It can be started from different points, though the most common is Cases de Bernia. It takes about 4–5 hours to complete.
Discover one of the most spectacular hiking trails in the Valencian Community in the interior of the province of Valencia. This 3-kilometer trail in the municipality of Anna takes us past three waterfalls, the river, and the town’s famous lake. From the Albufera de Anna, the walk begins on Avenida Diputación de Anna, where you can park your car.
Between the Marina Alta and the Marina Baixa, the “Mascarat Canyon” is an impressive rocky gorge that separates Altea and Calpe and divides the Sierra de Bernia from the Morro de Toix. In less than 1 km, this accessible trail takes us through a landscape that looks like it’s straight out of North America, as we cross old railway bridges and the N-332 highway.
Located in the province of Castellón, between Vistabella del Maestrazgo, Villahermosa del Río, and Chodos, it was declared a Natural Park in 2006. It is home to the peak of Penyagolosa, the second highest in the region. It stands 1,800 meters tall, which is why it is called the ‘Stone Giant’.
In this park, you can enjoy three different routes: the one that runs through the Barranc de la Pegunta, which runs parallel to the forest road and then crosses it; and two other routes that continue from this one—the ascent to the summit and the circular route offering views of the peak’s south face.
In this Valencian village, you can take a trail known as the Ruta de los Pantaneros, which was the path once traveled by the workers who built the Loriguilla Reservoir in the 1950s to get to their workplace. This route crosses suspension bridges over the river and the canyon formed where the river enters Chulilla, with rock walls over 80 meters high.
Designated a natural park in 2002, it lies between the regions of Hoya de Alcoy and Condado de Concentaina in the province of Alicante, and the Albaida Valley in the province of Valencia. Four official trails await you in this natural setting:
‘In the Shadow of the Caves,‘ a route of moderate difficulty that passes through the Cava del Teix and the Cava Gran.
‘Camino de aguas’ runs along the upper stretch of the Vinapoló River and is the easiest trail.
‘A Date with History’ that winds through the lands of the County of Cocentaina, featuring unique buildings, hermitages, and churches as key points of interest, with a moderate level of difficulty.
‘Miradores de Solana,‘ which takes us to the cross of Sant Cristòfol on a route that is also of moderate difficulty.
It is the highest point of the mountain range formed by the Puigcampana and Ponotx mountains, in the province of Alicante. It stands at 1,558 meters, but cannot be visited by hikers as it is located within military facilities.
However, the secondary peak of this mountain range is accessible. The route to reach this summit is a loop that starts at Font de Partegat and passes through Passet de la Rabosa.
We know that Ojos Negros isn’t in the Valencian Community but in Teruel, yet this route begins there and ends in Sagunto (Valencia). It follows the old, now-abandoned railway line that once transported ore between these towns. Completing the entire route by bike—about 200 kilometers—takes several days, so it’s recommended to tackle it in sections or stages.
The route runs parallel to the commuter train tracks, making it easy to get around and plan your itinerary.
In the town of Chelva, in the province of Valencia, there are two different low-difficulty routes you can take. The Water Route combines the river landscape with the town’s iconic sites and neighborhoods. The trail is marked with informational panels and follows a circular route.
Meanwhile, the Peña Cortada route can also be accessed from Tuejar, Calles, and Dueño. The trail is marked and well-maintained and passes through the aqueduct as well as caves and tunnels carved into the rock.
In summer, this route is ideal. The Benissa Nature Trail offers a walking route through idyllic coves. It features two different itineraries (north and south), which we detail in this other article, and which will take you through the various coves of Benissa. These beaches are among the best in the Valencian Community, especially Cala Baladrar, the final stop on the northern route.
🗺️ Route and difficulty of the Benissa Ecological Trail.
This circular route starts in the municipality of Montanejos, a place that boasts the only inland beach with a Blue Flag in the province of Castellón.
Along the way, we’ll pass by various points of interest, such as a panoramic view of a river, crossing it via a wooden bridge, or visiting a reservoir. That said, we recommend doing this in good weather, because there’s a chance we might get wet at some point.
🗺️Route and difficulty of the Montanejos trail: Los Estrechos–Cueva Negra