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Sierra Helada Natural Park

39 Camí Vell del Far, l'Alfàs del Pi, Comunidad Valenciana

Description

The Sierra Helada (in Valencian Serra Gelada) is a protected natural park immediately to the northeast of Benidorm, in the province of Alicante. It is notable for its abruptly rising topography, creating costal cliffs of up to 300m. Highlights include geological features such as fossil dunes and caves, the vegetation, the views, and the Albir Lighthouse.

Access & Transport

It is possible to walk to the southern part of the park from the center of Benidorm The trail to the Albir Lighthouse is 8km from Benidorm, starting from the south-eastern edge of L'Albir.

Instructions & Recommendations

Make sure to bring proper footwear, some snacks, water and sun protection

Meta review

The walk to the lighthouse seems to be very popular and most online comments relate to it. It is described as an easy / relatively flat 4 to 5km out-and-back starting from a free car park (with toilets at the start) with great views and the lighthouse can be visited. Best done in the early morning or evening to avoid the heat. As for the other trails there are a few comments that they are a little more technical (so hiking shoes are best) and not always well marked.

Environmental & Social

Green activity with limited infrastructure.

Conclusion

A small natural park with impressive cliffs and a few short hikes - great for those based in Benidorm or the surrounding area but falls short of warranting a long detour. Great place for sunrise.

Key positive

Excellent views and striking cliffs

Easy to get to

Key negative

None

Suitability

The only accessible trail is the one to the lighthouse. It looks to be relatively smooth and even concrete.

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

August 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 30m

est. visit time:2h

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningOk

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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