This walk goes first through the rugged Barranco de Enmedio and then into a more open landscape with some country houses surrounded by almond and olive groves. The area where you literally go over an old irrigation canal offers beautiful views of the plain of Totana and Aledo. Through a beautiful forest path you arrive at the recreational zone of Alquerias and then start a steep climb with beautiful views of the Sierra Espuna.
Distance: 12 km.
Time: 3h30.
Grade: Moderate.
Type: Circular.
Gps Track: Yes.
Route description: Yes.
Wheelchair: Not suitable.
Dog: Allowed.
Height gain: 353 meters.
Trail: Paved and unpaved.
Marking: PR-MU 62.1 - PR-MU 62 en PR-MU 61: White-Yellow dash.
Hiking shoes recommended.
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The Path to Purgatory.
The route starts at the Mirador del Collado del Pilon and goes through a connecting link to the valley of Enmedio. You descend into the valley and eventually end up in a more open landscape where some houses are surrounded by almond and olive groves. From here you go on a paved road to the Finca Caruana. A short climb to an old irrigation canal starts at the Finca. You literally walk on the canal and get beautiful views on the plains of Totana and Aledo. At an old aqueduct you follow a beautiful forest path in the direction of the recreation area of Alquerias. Here is a strong climb to reach the Collado del Pilon via the Senda del Lentisco.
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POI 1 - Aqueduct.
The aqueduct Arco del Perdiguero near the access road to the Ermita de la Huerta was used for the transport of irrigation water.
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