🚶‍♂️ Hiking Caminito del Rey | Spain’s Most Thrilling Trail

"Soul and body on the road!" When I asked friends for weekend plans near Málaga, they said: "You love outdoors? Let’s hike the King’s Pathway!" 😍 📍 Basic Info 1️⃣ Trail Overview 👀 "Caminito del Rey" (King’s Little Path) got its name after a royal visit 👑. 8km total (4.8km shuttle path + 3.2km cliffside trail). 3-4 hours of moderate hiking—best for adventure lovers! 2️⃣ Opening Hours 🕙 Year-round, but weather-dependent. Check the official website! 3️⃣ Tickets 🎫 Book online early (limited daily entries). €10-18 per person. 🚶 Trail Highlights 1️⃣ Start: Ardales Entrance Parking + visitor center (pick up maps/gear here). 2️⃣ Hanging Bridge (Puente Colgante) 🌉 The MOST iconic spot—walk over a 100m-high bridge with canyon views! Heart-pumping! ❤️ 3️⃣ Gaitanes Gorge (Desfiladero de los Gaitanes) 1-meter-wide paths along sheer cliffs—not for the faint-hearted! 👆 4️⃣ Finish: El Chorro Exit Take the shuttle bus back or explore nearby nature spots. 🍽️ Pro Tips ✔️ No food on trail—pack snacks/lunch! ✔️ Post-hike reward: Andalusian cuisine at a cliffside restaurant with trail views! 🥰 #SpainTravel #Málaga #HikingAdventure #CaminitoDelRey #EpicViews #EuropeTravel