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The air is filled with the finest flower pollen which is wafted almost invisible on the translucent air. Towns and countryside reverberate the marvellous clarity. One has only to open a window or step outside the door to be conscious of this exhilarating luminosity that is floating everywhere. There are flowers on all sides. It is definitly the best time to go trekking!





(Kathrin from Germany)

There are an un-countable number of mountain tracks and trails dotted throughout the various Sierra Nevada valleys that lead up to the high mountains. So much so in fact, you can effectively choose to stay anywhere and be sure to find walking and hiking possibilities very close by if not on your very doorstep.



The Pico de la Carne tour is a lovely trail starting a little further on from Cumbres Verdes. The trail forms a circuit around the Pico de la Carne summit, passing through a variety of terrain including plenty of woodland making it an excellent choice for the hot summer months of July & August. There are also a couple of watering holes along the trail, (although these may dry up during the hotter months). The route offers stunning views of the 3000m Sierra Nevada chain of peaks from the Alcazaba, Mulhacén, Veleta to the Caballo. This is a good choice for all those who are not used to long tours, as it involves few steep ascents and plenty of shade.

(Geoffrey, Christine, Kathrin and Marga)

The Sierra de Huetor mountains are relatively unknown. The hills and forests offer the intrepid explorer a magnificent insight into the days when there were few paths into the mountainous areas around Granada. The area may only reach around 2000 metres in height but they have fascinating valley and mountain scenery worthy of mountains much higher and ... more famous? The area is open to day or multi-day walking and is perfect for the "get away from it all" types who are tired of following wide trails and footpaths accompanied by the noise of other travellers.
(Caroline from Belgium)

Its natural surroundings and its proximity to Granada turn it into an ideal place for the practice of trekking. Its location makes it enjoy one of the most privileged landscaping places of the north-western cornice of the Penibético Massif and with diverse shades. On one hand, the shore of the Dílar River between poplars; on the other hand, fields of olive trees, pines and oaks.

We started from Cumbres Verdes. There is a forest track which leads down to the Dílar river. Continuing the walk one can contemplate a natural riverbank landscape with abundant leafy green vegetation that grows within the shelter of the humidity of the riverbed, which one has to cross on a number of occasions. On this walking tour you can enjoy the fresh water and the beautiful views of los Alayos and the Trevenque. The Trevenque is a sharp mountain with steep sides, belonging to the limestoned Sierra Nevada. Here, half a hundred strange plants live; some of them can only be found round the peak of the mountains. For that reason, this area has great ecologic value.

Thanks to the school and to Paco, our guide! It was a great day!
(Frank, Nicole, Juliane and Barbara)

 

  

We started from la Zubia. There is a forest track which leads to the foot of the Trevenque. Along the way, you shall walk on past the Cortijo (farmhouse) de la Fuente de Hervidero, the last strech with drinking water. The track makes its way crossing Huene´s brook twice, to farther run on perpendicular to it. Then, it goes to Cortichuela, where you shall prepare the climb to the peak of El Trevenque and reach subsequently its top. From the top you can enjoy the beautiful views of Los Alayos and the Veleta. The Trevenque is a sharp mountain with steep sides, belonging to the limestoned Sierra Nevada. Here, half a hundred strange plants live; some of them can only be found round the peak of the mountains. For that reason, this area has great ecologic value.

(Nedim from Turkey / Kathrin from Germany)

 
 

"La Vereda de la Estrella", or Trail of the Stars, is perhaps the most famous trail in the area. A fairly long trek taking you deep into the mountains and to the foot of the 3000 metre peaks. This incredible circuit takes the hiker through an ever changing terrain predominantly following the eagerly flowing Genil river whilst passing waterfalls and mountain streams, abandoned mines, varied woodland, outstanding views, in particular of the Mulhacen, Veleta & Alcazaba peaks, and wildlife. The trail offers plenty of shade and waterways.

 

A group of students, one dog and Paco from the office set off after class to experience one of the many breathtaking walks in the mountains around Granada.And what a great walk it was! It was warm and sunny and the views over the Cahorros Canyon were just amazing. Paco's knowledge of the flowers and fauna we saw made the trip a very enjoyable "out of the classroom" learning experience. Four hours after we set off we arrived back to the bus with lots of photos, new words and new friends from other classes. Our legs knew they had been worked, but we were happy as pigs in mud at what we'd just experienced. So, when that piece of paper with the week's activities gets passed around, make sure you sign up. You don't have to be really fit, just up for a laugh. But do make sure you learn all the words Paco teaches you as there is vocabulary test at the end :).

 
 
(Antonio, Sulasa, Georgette, Nicole, Steffi, Sybille)

For further information visit also: http://www.engranada.net/rutas-btt/cahorros.html