Canillas De Albaida is a region located in the Axarquía area of Málaga province, Andalusia, Spain, known for its diverse terrain and natural beauty. Situated at the foot of the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara, and Alhama Natural Park, the area features mountain landscapes, pine forests, and river valleys. This varied geography provides a suitable environment for several outdoor sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Canillas De Albaida offers…
75
Routes
4.7
(388)
Average rating
2353
People visited

4.7
(3)
27
hikers
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.6
(79)
229
hikers
3.75km
01:14
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(24)
94
hikers
19.9km
06:19
810m
810m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.4
(18)
57
hikers
11.6km
03:52
550m
550m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(21)
145
riders
51.3km
03:43
1,120m
1,120m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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79
riders
46.1km
03:13
830m
830m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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41
riders
32.9km
02:29
810m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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36
riders
39.2km
03:27
1,040m
1,040m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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5.0
(3)
139
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

52
riders
31.9km
02:03
860m
860m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

39
riders
35.9km
02:36
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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26
riders
47.3km
02:43
1,070m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.8
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43
riders
43.1km
04:43
1,370m
1,380m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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44
riders
50.9km
03:52
1,230m
1,230m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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97
riders
49.7km
04:06
1,120m
1,110m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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13
riders
25.3km
02:41
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
runners
7.62km
01:00
240m
240m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

10
runners
18.5km
02:31
760m
760m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
14.6km
01:56
630m
630m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

6
runners
23.9km
03:47
1,520m
1,520m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18
riders
74.0km
05:42
1,950m
1,950m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
37.3km
02:47
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
28.4km
02:00
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
22.6km
01:52
730m
730m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Canillas De Albaida offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features more than 50 routes across these sports. These routes have been explored by over 8,000 visitors.
Popular hiking areas include Fábrica de la Luz and Paraje de las Cuestas, which features a Roman bridge over the Turvilla river. Specific routes like "Ruta 'Los Molinos' Río Turvilla" and the path connecting to Cómpeta are available. For more details, consult the Hiking around Canillas De Albaida guide.
Yes, Canillas De Albaida provides routes for Touring cycling and Road cycling. The Fábrica de la Luz area is suitable for cycling, and the broader Axarquía region is known for its cycling tourism. Information on routes can be found in the Cycling around Canillas De Albaida and Road Cycling Routes around Canillas De Albaida guides.
Canillas De Albaida offers challenging mountain biking trails with significant climbs and descents. An example is the "Canillas de albaida-llanada de sedella-canillas de albaida" route. More options are detailed in the MTB Trails around Canillas De Albaida guide.
The region offers trails catering to different skill levels, including gentler river routes. While specific beginner routes are not detailed, the variety of terrain suggests options for less experienced hikers. The Hiking around Canillas De Albaida guide can assist in finding suitable paths.
Canillas De Albaida is situated at the foot of the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara, and Alhama Natural Park, which features pine forests and diverse flora. The landscape includes rivers like the Cajula and Turvilla. Nearby caves such as Piletas, Agua, and Conejo also offer exploration opportunities.
Canillas De Albaida features more than 50 routes across various sports on komoot. These routes have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars. Over 8,000 visitors have explored and shared their experiences in the region.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Canillas De Albaida, Cycling around Canillas De Albaida, and Road Cycling Routes around Canillas De Albaida. Guides for mountain biking and running are also available.
The official municipal website for Canillas De Albaida is canillasdealbaida.es. The Canillas De Albaida Town Hall can be reached by phone at +34 952 553 006 for inquiries.
Yes, the region has a rich historical context. Paraje de las Cuestas features two intersecting Roman roads and a Roman Bridge. The village itself showcases Moorish architecture and historical sites like the 16th-century Church of Nuestra Señora de la Expectación.
Canillas De Albaida is a white-washed village perched at approximately 2,067 feet (630 meters) above sea level. This elevation contributes to the panoramic views available from the area.
The primary natural park near Canillas De Albaida is the Sierras de Tejeda, Almijara, and Alhama Natural Park. This vast park covers approximately 98,842 acres (40,000 hectares) and provides a dramatic backdrop for outdoor activities.

