This group is open for everyone, resident or visitor, who enjoys walking in this region.
The meeting point for all walks is the Tourist Office in Cómpeta (by the bus stop) or the Tourist Office in Canillas de Albaida (also by the bus stop) depending on the route. If you wish to join the walk, in most cases you can simply turn up at the meeting point at the time indicated (but check individual walking details). Please note that walks will leave promptly at the start time. If transport to the walk start point is needed, this is indicated in the programme. We will car share, making a contribution to the driver for the cost of petrol (suggested amount indicated under FC = fuel charge). All walks are offered free of charge, though there may be parking or entrance charges for some walks (see individual walk details).

In case of poor weather conditions, please always check this weblog programme in the evening before the walk after 6.00 pm. If a walk is cancelled, you will find it in the updated programme.

Please be aware: Walkers attend walks in this programme at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety. Please come properly equipped for the conditions and bring food, water and any personal medical requisites. Well-behaved dogs are welcome unless otherwise specified. NB A lead is required in the Parque Natural.

A note about walk grades: Walks are graded from Level 1 to Level 3 and Level 3+. Please note that these descriptions are based on a person of reasonable fitness who exercises regularly. Timings refer to walking time excluding stops, unless otherwise stated. All timings are approximate; we can only go as fast as the slowest walker in the group!

L1  There are few truly easy walks in our area! Level 1 walks will go at a gentler pace with more rest stops and are usually 2 - 3 hours walking time. Paths and tracks will be mostly easy underfoot but may include some uphill sections (inevitable!).
L2  These walks usually last 3 - 5 hours and may include 'a bit of a slog' for great rewards. The pace will be brisker with fewer stops. They may include longer steep sections and/or some rough and stony paths.
L3  Walks over 5 hours / 15 kms and / or 700+ m of ascent with prolonged steep sections and rocky paths / some scrambling.
L3+  Challenging!