I know – when you hear the words Costa Blanca, mountains and outdoor adventure aren’t the first images that pop into your mind. The Costa Blanca on the east coast of Spain is known for sandy beaches, boozy bars of Benidorm and warm weather. But, step off the plane, hire a car and head in the opposite direction from the majority of the tourists and you’re in for a treat. In just an hour, you’ll reach traditional mountain villages, incredible ridges, via ferratas, gorges, waterfalls and eerily quiet hiking trails. With cheap flights outside of the peak seasons, there are plenty of outdoor adventures in Costa Blanca. I’ve included information about hikes and other outdoor adventures that you can have in the Costa Blanca mountains below.
Walks and hikes in the Costa Blanca mountains
How to spend a week hiking in the Costa Blanca mountains
A guide to hiking in the Costa Blanca between Tarbena, Castell de Castells and Benimaurell including detailed walk notes and downloadable maps.
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Short walk in the Costa Blanca mountains: the ruins of Tarbena castle
A short 6km walk leads you to a fabulous vantage point and to some Moorish castle ruins. Full route and downloadable route maps.
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Hiking in the Costa Blanca mountains: the north of Tarbena
This 14.5km circular route meanders through varied mountain landscapes, fertile valleys, natural springs and to spectacular viewpoints. Full route and maps here.
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Hikes in the Costa Blanca mountains: Tarbena to Castell de Castells
This 20km linear route meanders through varied mountain landscapes from Tarbena to Castell de Castells. Full route and maps here.
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Best hiking in Costa Blanca: the limestone arches of Els Arcs
Everything you need to know about one of the best short hikes in the Costa Blanca mountains of Spain to two limestone arches known as Els Arcs.
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Hiking in Costa Blanca: the Gorge of Bad Faith
A 16km linear hiking route in the mountains of Costa Blanca, Spain. Visit the Gorge of Bad Faith and 6000 year old cave paintings. Download the route here.
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Hiking in Costa Blanca: the watchtower of Castell de Castells
This 12.7km route winds through the hills to reach the castle ruins of Castell de Castells. Full route guidance and downloadable map routes.
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Linear hike in the Costa Blanca mountains: Castell de Castells to Benimaurell
This 16km linear route meanders through stunning mountain landscapes from Castell de Castells to Benimaurell. Full route and maps here.
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Barranc de l’Infern; an incredible circular day hike in the Costa Blanca mountains
This 13km circular route follows the Barranc de l’Infern, a huge, deep gorge in Benimaurell. Full route and maps here.
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Other outdoor adventures in Costa Blanca
Algar waterfalls and gorge; hidden gem 30 minutes from Benidorm
A must visit location full of waterfalls and wild swimming spots near Benidorm in Spain. Everything you need to know about how to get there by hire car or public transport and the best spots to swim in.
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E-bike tour in the Costa Blanca mountains of Spain
Read all about an e-mountain bike tour we went on in the mountains of the Costa Blanca region of Spain. A must do adventurous activity if you’re in the area.
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