What to do on a day off if you live in Cumbre del Sol: Granadella Forest Park

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Cumbre del Sol is surrounded by a spectacular setting. Not only the Mediterranean awaits you, you can also visit the Granadella Forest Park.

Thanks to its paths, you can easily get in touch with nature and enjoy a moment of peace.

Granadella Forest Park: Nature and heritage close to Cumbre del Sol

The Granadella Forest Park is a natural treasure located next to the urbanisation. This protected area extends over 700 hectares and features limestone areas full of scrubland. But don’t think it’s a boring place, as there is a multitude of colours due to the flowers on the bushes. You will also find orchids and centaurs endemic to Spain.

One of the highlights of the park, however, is its breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. From the viewpoints, you have the chance to contemplate the beauty of the coast, where cliffs and small coves with crystalline waters alternate.

The hiking routes in the Granadella Forest Park

This protected area has a hiking route to follow, either on foot or by bicycle. This is the PR CV-354 path, which is fully signposted and runs around the Granadella massif. As you walk through the grounds, you will be able to enjoy beautiful views as well as the local fauna and flora. 

There are even remnants of cultural and historical heritage along the way. They are traditional architectural structures, shelter caves or lime kilns. With them, you will soak up the history of Cumbre del Sol and its surroundings. Be respectful of the ruins.

The secrets of the Granadella Park

Inside this park in the vicinity of Benitachell, a multitude of secrets await you. A walk is enough to get you close to them, although you will need several to understand all the information about this site. By getting to know them in depth, you will understand in much more detail the past and future of Cumbre del Sol.

The ochre mines

They are mines that were exploited from the 17th to the 19th century and are close to the beach. The mineral extracted was ochre, a yellow iron oxide, which was turned into paint. Iron ore mines were also mined. 

El Castell de la Granadella

It is the ruin of a small 18th century fortification, which is duly signposted along the route. It was built around 1739 as part of a defence system for the Valencian coastline. This made it easier to protect the coast or to warn of an incursion by Barbary pirates from North Africa.

Breathtaking viewpoints

Naturally, the park has several viewpoints so you won’t miss any of the impressive views. The most outstanding are the Levant, which allows you to see the point of Moraira and the Ifach rock in Calp, and the Teulería. Without a doubt, two places worth a visit.

Lime kilns

They are another example of the different economic activities that took place in the past. Since the park is full of limestone rocks, obtaining the lime was very easy. There are two ovens waiting for you in Granadella and Joan de Golaestreta. Of course, its location is signposted and there are information panels with its history.

Les Pesqueres

Finally, Les Pesqueres are very curious structures that show you how the local people adapted to the orography. These are ladders made of rope, reed and wood that were placed on the cliffs. Thanks to them, fishermen could reach the coast and fish.

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Begonias residential area: spectacular views of the Granadella Forest Park.

To enjoy the park, the residential area of Begonias is the best place in the urbanisation. From the terraces and gardens of the houses you can contemplate the beauty of this enclave and its mountains. You will also be close to the start of the route through the protected area, which increases the value of the houses.

Cumbre del Sol, the perfect place to enjoy La Granadella

As you can see, Cumbre del Sol perfectly combines the best of the mountains and the coast. With the Granadella park next door, you’ll always have somewhere to relax. At Cumbre del Sol Pre Owned we will help you find the perfect home. We are waiting for you!