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Caminito Del Rey, Spain

From series “Best Extreme Places on Earth for Thrill Lovers”
Year: 1905. Lenght: 3,000 meters. Height: 100 meters.

The El Chorro canyon, known for its fabulous waterfalls, flowing rivers and futuristic landscapes, is considered to be one of the best places for extreme sea fishing in Spain. One of the most breathtaking sights of the ravine is the so-called Royal Path - a concrete bridge, which has no railing and no supports. This dangerous route was built in the early 20th century for the workers who built the dam.

Caminito Del Rey, Spain The path had to be built literally by local means: the railway rails, which had served as the main support component of the path for more than a century, had been driven into the rock wall. The path was opened in 1905. The King Alfonso XIII. Was one of the first people who crossed the bridge. In honor of this striking event, the bridge was named.

The bridge is at the height of 100 meters above the gorge bottom, the length of the Royal Path is about 3 000 meters. The route has been officially closed for several years. However, this fact does not deter the courageous adventurers. After more than a century, the path is greatly dilapidated. In some places there is no concrete anymore, so you have to go on the narrow and rusty rails. Most travelers do not dare to walk on the concrete remnants, can collapse into them at any time. The tourists who have gone to the Royal Path can be proud of themselves. Not all experienced mountaineers and athletes dare to overcome the dangerous path. Next - Thor Peak


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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Caja Rural de Granada Ruralvia' located in 16 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'B&B Guesthouse Casa Don Carlos' is located in 30 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Estación de Servicio Madese - Alora' in 12 km
Supermarket: 'Eroski' in 21 km
Parking: 'PARKING DE LORD' in 34 km
Apotheek: 'Farmacia Mª Angeles Bailén' in 17 km
Police station: 'Cuartel de la Guardia Civil' in 15 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Venta el Pilar' in 0.46 km
Railway station: 'Aventur El Chorro S.L.' in 1.36 km

Nearest airports:
 »  Malaga Airport AGP - in 36 km
 »  Moron Airport OZP - in 80 km
 »  Federico Garcia Lorca Airport GRX - in 93 km
 »  Cordoba Airport ODB - in 103 km
 »  San Pablo Airport SVQ - in 114 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Caminito Del Rey

Albergue Camping El Chorro

Located in 1 km from Caminito Del Rey
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Rooms: 10
Each bungalow at Albergue Camping El Chorro has a small seating area with a sofa bed and a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette comes with a microwave, … More: photo, rates and booking
Finca Rocabella

Located in 3 km from Caminito Del Rey
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Rooms: 8
Each charming rustic apartment has a living area with a flat-screen TV, sofa bed and fireplace. Kitchenettes include a microwave, ceramic hob and … More: photo, rates and booking
El Arpa

Located in 4 km from Caminito Del Rey
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Rooms: 6
Offering views of the lake, the apartments include a living-dining area and a kitchen equipped with a fridge and gas hob. Fans are available on … More: photo, rates and booking
Villa Naranjo Álora Málaga

Located in 5 km from Caminito Del Rey
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Rooms: 1
Swim in the private outdoor swimming pool. There is an outside shower, pool house with fridge and hot plates, tennis, table tennis, boules, garden … More: photo, rates and booking

Nearest unique sightseeing spots to visit

Ronda
40 km - Ronda
The town of Ronda is located in the province of Malaga in Spain. It is located at an altitude of about 760 meters above sea level in a very beautiful and inaccessible mountainous area. Guadalevin River flows through the town. This makes the atmosphere even more unique …
Juzcar
47 km - Juzcar
A small Spanish town Juzcar is also known under the name “The Smurfs Village”. It has placed on the territory of the provincial capital of Málaga in southern Spain. Some time ago this place was known only to few tourists. All has changed in 2011 when this town was …
Juzcar
48 km - Juzcar
In Spain there is an amazing city of Juscar, which is known to many as "Village of Smurfs". This amazing town, located in the picturesque mountainous region of Andalusia, can be called fabulous in every sense of the word. It was here that in 2011 the shooting of the …
Ubrique
65 km - Ubrique
Ubrique is a town located in the province of Cádiz, Spain. This town attracts people with its picturesque snow-white houses. The town is situated in a breathtaking hill area, nevertheless it’s population goes up to 17 000 people. Over the ages, locals have been …
Gibraltar Airport
99 km - Gibraltar Airport
One of the most remarkable airports in the world is located at the foot of the Gibraltar plateau. Gibraltar airport is the only airport in the world whose runway crosses the road. He was still in 1939 for war purposes. Today one of the most dangerous airports in the …
Mezquita Mosque
107 km - Mezquita Mosque
One of the greatest Mezquita Mosque is situated in Spain town Córdoba. This 24 000 square meter mosque was saved from the Medieval. It has been built from 785 year until the beginning of the 11th century. This mosque has not only a rich historical background but also …

Top destination around Caminito Del Rey - Malaga

The greatest monument in the neo-Baroque style is the Town Hall building. It was built in the early 20th century and has been used for more than a hundred years for its intended purpose. The Town Hall building has a rich design of the facade, which remains unchanged from the moment of construction. Within the walls of the Town Hall are interesting collections of works of art. On certain days, the Town Hall is available for excursions, during which tourists can appreciate the rich interior decoration. A huge tropical garden which based on beauty is also difficult to find an equal, surrounds the building.
In Malaga, there is a very interesting Automobile Museum, which is worth a visit even for those who have never been interested in the subject of cars. In this museum, there is a collection of retro cars. Some exhibits are almost a hundred years old. For the convenience of visitors, the museum's collection is divided into separate thematic exhibitions. You can admire the most fashionable cars of the 1920s, and also see unusual designer cars.

One of the most unusual museums in the city is the Museum of Glass and Crystal. It is a private museum which was opened in 2009. The location of this museum is an old mansion of the 18th century, which contains about 3,000 exhibits. A significant part of the artifacts collected here is made of glass. The museum houses a collection of marvelous vases, antique chandeliers with glass pendants, lamps and various interior decorations. In recent years, the collection of the museum has expanded significantly. Now you can see old paintings and other works of art.
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