Hiking on the Costa Blanca, Spain (& the Cala los Tiestos Hike)

Costa Blanca Hiking & Scenic Walks

It’s a shame that during the almost five years I lived in Moraira, on Spain’s Costa Blanca, I only went on a hike twice.

I guess I must have been too busy working, studying, building a life, paying rent… Those normal, everyday things that unfortunately do continue even if you choose to move abroad.

But, now that I know how many great hiking opportunities there are on the Costa Blanca I try to go on at least one hike every time I’m back in the area.

And that’s why in this article I want to share with you both details of one of my favorite hikes, the one down to Cala los Tiestos, and general information about hiking on the Costa Blanca.

Spain has some of the best hiking areas in Europe and few countries can offer its combination of good weather and spectacular, unspoiled countryside.

Serious hikers can enjoy mountain walking in some of the most amazing scenery in Europe and there are also numerous easy hikes and scenic walks for less experienced hikers.

Hiking isn’t a very popular sport among the Spanish, but Spain is a favorite destination for foreign hikers.

And although the Costa Blanca won’t end up in many people’s top 10 of best hiking places in the world, while you are here it’s definitely worth checking out a few of Costa Blanca’s hikes!

But, before I give you more general tips about hiking on the Costa Blanca, let me start with what I think is one of the most fun, short hikes around here.

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The Hike Down to Cala los Tiestos on Benitachell’s Cumbre del Sol

Although not necessarily the easiest one, the hike down to the beautiful cove called Cala los Tiestos is a Costa Blanca hike I have done many times and still enjoy going back to.

When I first did this hike the trail was not listed on any of the hiking websites I know but my friend found out that there should be a way to get down to this tiny cove next to the Cumbre del Sol beach in Benitachell, just North East of Moraira.

Steps without any sign or other way of indicating we were going in the right direction lead us down the mountain (there is a sign there these days though).

The steps soon ended and after a walk down a rocky path of barely half an hour we reached a rope… The first of three ropes, we would soon learn.

Climbing down the ropes eventually lead us to an amazing, idyllic little beach where we spent the rest of the afternoon. And, as my friend said: “If only every hike had a beach at the end of it!”

Over the year I’ve done a lot of hikes and walks on the Costa Blanca. And this one to Cala los Tiestos, although a short hike, is definitely in my Top 3!

How to Get to the Cala los Tiestos Hike

The hiking trail is listed on Google Maps these days, making it easy to find.

The hike starts on the Cumbre del Sol. There are no buses going here so you’ll either have to drive or take a taxi.

If you drive you can park your car at the parking lot marked on Google Maps as both Parking Cala los Tiestos and Parking Cala de Moraig. This puts you right next to the start of the hike.

Follow the signs and there is now way you can go wrong.

Hiking on the Costa Blanca

Hikes in the Costa Blanca usually take somewhere between 2 to 6 hours and most of them offer amazing views. On a clear day, you will often be able to see a large part of the Costa Blanca, which is absolutely stunning.

Spring and autumn are the best seasons for hiking on the Costa Blanca, when the weather generally isn’t too hot or too cold.

Most hikes are clearly indicated with signs and markings on rocks so getting lost won’t be something to worry about too much.

Make sure you always bring enough water and protection against both the sun and the cold (on top of some of the higher mountains or as soon as the sun starts setting it can get quite chilly).

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Apart from it being a fun way to exercise and a great way to enjoy nature and see the area, what I love about hiking is that it seems to either attract friendly people or it just brings out the best in people. I have had numerous friendly and often very interesting chats with ‘fellow hikers’ that made my hike even better.

So, if you are looking for a friendly face and some fresh air… go for a hike!

And if you plan to go hiking on your own, please read this article with safety tips for solo hiking.

Two other hikes on the Costa Blanca I can highly recommend are the hike up to the Peñon de Ifach (Calpe’s famous rock) and the Sierra de Bernia hike, because of the incredible view.

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Useful Websites About Hiking on the Costa Blanca and/or Spain:

costablancamountainfriends.com
walksinspain.org
Wikiloc.com

Also Read:

• What to See & Do in Moraira, on Spain’s Costa Blanca
• Things to Know Before Traveling to Spain
• The Best Time to Visit Spain Depending on Your Type of Trip
• Interview With an Expat About Life in Denia, on Spain’s Costa Blanca