When it comes to walking, Andalucía (Andalusia) has few equals – its variety rivals that of some small countries. It boasts mainland Spain’s highest mountain range as well as some of the country’s most secluded beaches (washed by its warmest waters), with glorious cork-oak-clad hills in between. Walking in the Alpujarras, for example, on the Sierra Nevada’s southern slopes, is a magical experience full of surprises as you explore the remote hills and valleys brought evocatively to life by Chris Stewart’s series of novels. Do not neglect, either, the desert-like landscapes of Almería, the sweeping, dune-backed beaches of the Costa de la Luz, the chestnut-clad Aracena Sierra near Seville, or the mountains surrounding famous Ronda. Wherever you choose, you will encounter an enticing blend of Spanish and Moorish cultures which is reflected in both the cuisine and the architecture, adding an extra dimension to your walking holiday in Andalucía.
Whether you’re walking in the Alpujarras, Almería or elsewhere, you walk at your own pace guided by our detailed notes, put together through meticulous research. We have holidays for all levels so, to be sure of choosing the walking holiday in Andalucía that is right for you, find out how our independent walking holidays work and how they are graded. Alternatively, see our Andalucía page for the full range of gentle activity holidays in Andalucía.