Mijas, a region in Spain's Costa del Sol, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Its geography features the rugged Sierra de Mijas mountains, a Mediterranean coastline, and expansive green spaces. This blend of terrain provides varied opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more, making it a notable destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The Mijas region provides a wide array of outdoor activities, with more than 400 routes available across several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more. These routes have been explored by more than 15,000 visitors, resulting in an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 stars. Hikers can explore the trails of the Sierra de Mijas mountains, which offer varied terrain and views. Cyclists can find routes suitable for both road cycling along the coast and through the countryside, or mountain biking on more challenging trails. For those seeking gentler exercise, the coastal paths are ideal for jogging and leisurely walks. To discover specific routes, explore guides such as Hiking around Mijas, Road Cycling Routes around Mijas, and Running Trails around Mijas.
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4.5
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257
hikers
7.22km
02:51
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
13.8km
03:28
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
4.22km
01:53
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
9.84km
03:59
530m
530m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.
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470
riders
43.1km
02:20
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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53.5km
02:57
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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riders
42.1km
01:49
280m
280m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
75.7km
03:38
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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665
runners
12.1km
01:23
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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9.49km
01:04
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
6.24km
00:42
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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3.9
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247
riders
43.9km
02:40
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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22.6km
01:21
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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104km
06:45
1,100m
1,100m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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riders
50.3km
04:06
720m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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67
riders
56.8km
04:49
1,030m
1,030m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.

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riders
44.3km
02:53
670m
670m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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42
riders
34.1km
03:20
910m
910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required.

3.2
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38
riders
24.6km
01:45
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride.
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riders
68.0km
04:45
1,000m
1,000m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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53.9km
04:21
1,490m
1,490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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riders
44.0km
02:58
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

10
riders
80.2km
05:55
1,550m
1,550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Mijas offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features over 400 routes across these sports. These activities benefit from Mijas' varied landscape of mountains, coastline, and green spaces.
The Sierra de Mijas mountains provide rugged terrain and serve as a backdrop for many trails. Mijas also features 12 kilometers of Mediterranean coastline with beaches and coastal paths. Additionally, the region contains over 140,000 square meters of parks and public gardens.
Pico de Mijas is the highest peak in the Sierra de Mijas mountains, reaching an elevation of 1150 meters. Ascents to this peak typically take 5-6 hours and offer extensive coastal views. The mountain range is known for its rich botany and diverse wildlife.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for outdoor activities in Mijas. These include Hiking around Mijas, Road Cycling Routes around Mijas, and Running Trails around Mijas. Guides are also available for Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking.
Mijas offers a variety of hiking trails, from gentle loops to challenging treks in the Sierra de Mijas mountains. Trails cater to all skill levels, including routes to Pico de Mijas. The region's diverse landscape provides options for both mountain and coastal walks.
Yes, Mijas provides routes for various cycling disciplines. Road cyclists can find routes along the coast and through the countryside, while mountain bikers have challenging trails in the Sierra de Mijas. Gravel biking and touring cycling routes are also available.
The La Cala de Mijas Coastal Walk is a popular, flat route extending for several kilometers along the Mediterranean coastline. It is suitable for jogging and leisurely strolls, offering continuous sea views. This path is part of the 12 kilometers of coastline in Mijas.
Mijas is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 15,000 visitors exploring its routes. The region's 443 routes have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,200 ratings.
Mijas is home to over 140,000 square meters of parks and public gardens. Notable examples include "The Fortress Walls Gardens," "Virgin of the Rock Square," and "El Esparragal Recreation Park." The "Great Costa del Sol Park" in Las Lagunas is a significant new development.
Mijas Pueblo is a picturesque "white village" situated in the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas. It is characterized by its white-washed streets and vibrant flowers, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the Mediterranean Sea.
The Mijas Tourist Office in Mijas Pueblo can be reached by phone at +34 952 58 90 34. There is also a Tourist Office in La Cala de Mijas, which can be contacted at +34 951 063 785. The official tourism website for Mijas is turismomijas.es.

