The best walks and hikes around Lúcar

The shortest beautiful gorge in the world

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start of a nice short walk

The Senda de las Arrodeas is a circular route of approximately 13.7 kilometers that connects Las Arrodeas with El Pinatar in Olula del Río, Almería. Along this route, hikers can enjoy beautiful natural landscapes and panoramic views. I hope you enjoy exploring the Senda de las Arrodeas! 🌿🏞️

The Hermitage of Cristo de la Buena Muerte in Olula del Río, Almería, is a very characteristic and significant place. The sculpture of the Christ of the Good Death is carved in white Macael marble and made in a single piece. Its beauty and uniqueness make it a point of reference for people who follow the Christian religion. The hermitage is located in a special location, facing the town of Olula del Río, to which it dedicates its protection and shelter. This sculpture sculpted in marble is a testimony to the devotion and history of the region. If you ever visit Olula del Río, don't miss the opportunity to visit the Hermitage of Cristo de la Buena Muerte and appreciate its artistic beauty. 🌿🏰

The Urrácal Monolith is a unique landmark in the region. Its presence can be a point of interest for visitors and nature lovers. If you have the opportunity to explore further, I encourage you to discover its history and meaning. 🌿🏞️

One of the places that most impresses those who take a walk through the Almanzora Valley in the north of Almería, is El Estrecho located in the municipality of Urrácal. This narrow gorge is located on the Salada Rambla at the foot of the El Castillico hill. For decades it has not been possible to pass due to the large amount of vegetation that was on the boulevard. In the past, with the flooding of the riverbed, it was cleaned naturally, but the construction of dams to prevent large avenues and floods has caused, over the years, a large number of oleanders, tamarisks, blackberries and false reeds to appear. They prevented access. Thanks to the cleaning work that has been carried out, today we can enjoy a walk that surprises us with its particular geological formations of great beauty. The passage of water, which will accompany us along the route of this gorge, and the action of the wind, have shaped these spectacular geological formations for years, and its walls reach several meters high. It consists of two separate formations whose length reaches around half a kilometer where our senses will begin to enjoy the spectacle that this environment offers. A natural wonder worth exploring! 🌿🏞️

The name Somontín seems to have a Latin origin, coming from the union of “sub” and “montis”, giving a meaning of “below the mountain”. Although there is no proven data that allows us to establish the origin of Somontín, its name suggests that it already existed when the Muslims arrived in 711. The success of the name would come from the location of the town with respect to the Almanzora Valley. Somontín is a picturesque place, with sloping streets, white houses and an outstanding Parish Church. Its location in the Sierra de las Estancias has earned it the nickname “Balcón del Almanzora”. 🌿🏞️