Malaga 🇪🇸 Caminito del Rey, the King's Walk

🚶♂️ Caminito del Rey: Málaga’s Thrilling Hike—A Royal Adventure in the Cliffs Just a 1-hour drive from Málaga, Caminito del Rey (the “King’s Path”) is a hit with locals and travelers alike. This iconic trail has a surprising backstory: it was originally built as a passage for hydroelectric workers to transport materials, clinging to sheer cliff faces. Today, you can still spot remnants of the old path, but the renovated version comes with safety railings and steel frameworks—thrilling, but secure. 😎 📍 Getting There: A Little Trek to the Start There are a few ways to reach the trailhead, but we drove to Parking Mirador, then walked through a tunnel and trekked for about 20 minutes to the entrance. Pro tip: Wear comfy shoes—those pre-trail steps are just the warm-up! 👟 🧗♂️ What to Expect on the Hike Gear Up: Guides hand out headphones (for commentary), hair nets, and helmets—safety first! 🎧 No Rest Stops: No bathrooms on the trail, so take care of business at the entrance. Trust us on this! 🚻 Easy Peasy: The 5–6 km hike is beginner-friendly, taking around 2 hours. Perfect for casual hikers. Learn Along the Way: Guides share fascinating stories—from the trail’s industrial history to local plants and geology. It’s as educational as it is scenic! 🌿 🚌 The “Endless 400 Meters” Exit Finishing the trail? You’ll need to take a shuttle bus down. But here’s the fun part: Signs keep saying “400 meters to the shuttle”—and you’ll see that sign again and again (and again). After what feels like a million “last 400 meters,” you’ll finally reach the bus. All in all, expect 20–30 minutes of walking to/from the entrance and exit. 😂 Cliffs, history, and easy hiking—this spot is a must for anyone near Málaga. Just don’t trust those “400 meters” signs. 😉 #CaminitoDelRey #SpainTravel #travel #HikingTrails #Malaga #HikingAdventures