This walk, in the Sierra de Espadán nature reserve, goes through the Agua Negra ravine to the top of the Pic Espadá at an altitude of 1099 meters. At the top you have a beautiful view of the coast, the Peñagolosa and the surrounding area. The route continues via a geodetic point to the Estuco cave. You can descend into the cave using ropes. Along the way, the centuries-old cork oaks will certainly stand out.
Distance: 9.5 km.
Time: 3h30.
Grade: Tough.
Type: Circular.
Gps Track: Yes.
Route description: Yes.
Wheelchair: Not suitable.
Dog: Allowed.
Height gain: 580 meters.
Trail: 100% unpaved.
Marking: See PDF.
Hiking shoes recommended.
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Agua Negra.
The walk departs from the recreation area of the Fuente de la Calzada and heads towards the ruins of the Corrales de Agua Negra. Here we descend into the Agua Negra ravine. Once at the bottom, the path climbs steadily through the ravine with lush vegetation. Once we emerge from the ravine, the route takes a dirt road along the Fuente de la Parra in the direction of the Collado de Ibola. We leave the road that continues to the Collado de Ibola and follow the path towards El Molinar. We go back and forth to the top of the Pic Espadá. At the emblematic summit you have a view over the entire area. After visiting the top we continue walking over the ridge to a geodesic point. We continue towards the ravine of Neguero de la Sima. We descend via a stony path and arrive at the Cueva del Estuco. Ropes are attached to the entrance of the cave for enthusiasts who want to visit the cave. The path further reaches the dirt road that goes to the Collado de Ibola. We go in the other direction here and take an unmarked path that takes us back to the Corrales de Agua Negra and the starting point.
Download PDf for route description and map.
A little hands and feet work to reach the top of the Pic Espadá without it becoming really dangerous.
Descend into the Estuco cave at your own risk. Bring a flashlight.
