The 19 Most Amazing Peaks around Alicante

For experienced hikers seeking a physical challenge, Puig Campana (1,408 m) is highly recommended, known for its demanding ascent of over 1,000 meters. Another challenging option is Maigmó Summit, with its 1,296-meter height and routes like "Maigmó por las cadenas." Despeñador Peak also offers a challenging climb, including a fun chimney access.

Many peaks offer stunning coastal views. Puig Campana provides unparalleled panoramic views of the entire Costa Blanca, and on clear days, even Ibiza. Maigmó Summit offers exceptional panoramic views of the coastal strip from Benidorm to Torrevieja. For a magnificent view of the Bay of Alicante, visit Serra Grossa. The Bèrnia mountain range, especially from the 'Forat' tunnel, rewards visitors with some of the best views of the bays of Altea and Benidorm.

Yes, the Sierra Helada Natural Park offers accessible options, such as the Albir Lighthouse walk, which is suitable for families. While many peaks involve more strenuous hikes, some areas within natural parks like Montgó Natural Park have various routes, including gentler strolls through pine forests.

Alicante's peaks boast diverse natural features. Puig Campana is famous for its distinctive 'notch' or 'hole' known as El Portell. Montgó Natural Park is a biodiversity hotspot with over 650 plant species and fascinating caves. Sierra Helada Natural Park features towering cliffs, fossilized dunes, and a rich marine reserve. The Bèrnia mountain range is known for its 'Forat,' a natural tunnel that hikers can traverse.

Montgó Natural Park holds cultural and archaeological value, with evidence of human habitation since the Upper Paleolithic. The Bèrnia mountain range features a 16th-century fort built by Felipe II. The Serra de Mariola is known for its ancient snow wells, which are historical elements of the region.

The region around Alicante's peaks offers a variety of outdoor activities. You can find numerous running trails, including the challenging Santa Bárbara Castle and Serra Grossa Loop. For cyclists, there are many MTB trails and gravel biking routes, such as the Maigmó Greenway loops. In Sierra Helada Natural Park, you can also enjoy birdwatching, snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking.

Yes, several peaks are rich in wildlife. Puig Campana is home to eagles, hawks, and wild boar. Montgó Natural Park is a biodiversity hotspot with diverse fauna, including eagles, peregrine falcons, foxes, and wild boars. Sierra Helada Natural Park is a significant area for seabirds like Audouin's Gull and Peregrine Falcon, and has a rich marine life in its protected reserve. The Serra de Mariola is known for its vulture colony.

The highest mountain in the province of Alicante is the Sierra de Aitana, reaching 1,557 meters. It's often referred to as 'Alicante's roof' and offers extensive views from its accessible point, Peña Forata (1,549 m).

Montgó Mountain is famous for its distinctive profile, which is said to resemble a sleeping elephant. The Bèrnia mountain range also has a curious, steep, and rocky shape that has been compared to a gigantic petrified dinosaur crest.

Visitors frequently praise the exceptional panoramic views, especially from peaks like Maigmó Summit and Serra Grossa. The opportunity to connect with nature in diverse landscapes, from Mediterranean forests to coastal cliffs, is also highly valued. Many appreciate the challenging routes and the sense of accomplishment from reaching summits, as well as the rich flora and fauna.

Yes, access to the summit of Peñón de Ifach, the iconic rock in Calpe, requires a prior reservation. This is to help protect its unique environment, with a limit of 300 people allowed per day.

The Sierra Helada Natural Park is characterized by unique geological features such as towering cliffs, fossilized dunes, and peculiar rock formations. Peñón de Ifach is also a significant geological formation, an enormous calcareous mass rising dramatically from the sea.