The Mountains of Ronda and Grazalema : Grazalema and La Sierra de las Nieves Natural Parks, Genal and Guadiaro valleys

Inland from the Costa del Sol, these dramatic limestone peaks, deep river gorges, ancient white villages, and two UNESCO biosphere reserves offer a walking experience worlds away from the coast. This second edition features 32 graded routes across three areas, ranging from 4 to 16km and taking between 1 and 5 hours, suited to regular walkers of most abilities. Each walk comes with 1:50,000 mapping and downloadable GPX files, plus refreshment stops, walking bases, and access information for each area. Discover routes across Ronda and the Sierra de las Nieves, including the dramatic Ronda Gorge circuit and a historical walk through the old town. Explore the Sierra de Grazalema biosphere reserve with walks through the ancient Spanish fir forest, the stunning Garganta Verde gorge, and the ascent of El Torreón. The charming Pueblos Blancos—whitewashed hilltop villages like Zahara de la Sierra, Grazalema, Gaucín and Benarrabá—serve as walking bases throughout, each with its own character and history detailed in the guidebook. With notes on history, geology, plants and wildlife, plus a Spanish-English glossary, this guide is your ideal companion for exploring the region. The long walking season from mid-September to mid-June makes this a particularly appealing destination for winter and spring walking breaks.