We are lucky to have an enviable landscape in our country, full of mountains, valleys, seas, green forests, meadows and endless lakes. That is why nature calls on the whole family to explore it together and, furthermore, for the little ones to learn to enjoy the natural world, getting to know every corner.
1. The Cart Trail - Hayedo de Tejera Negra (Guadalajara)
I can't think of a more beautiful place in autumn than the Beech Forest of Tejera Negra, in the Sierra Norte de Guadalajara. Walking through here is like entering a magical, fairy-tale environment.
Although you can visit it at any time of the year, my most sincere recommendation is that you go in the autumn season, when everything is dyed in ocher colors and the leaves invade the ground, forming an immense carpet.
Although the Hayedo has different routes, the best one to do with the family is the Senda de Carretas, a 6 kilometer circular route. It takes about 3 hours to complete the route, depending on the stops. You will be able to see that the entire path is very well signposted and that it hides corners full of charm. As an Alcarreña, every year I come to visit this wonderful environment.
2. Route of the Faces - Buendía (Cuenca)
We moved to the town of Buendía to give the little ones in the house a route that will fascinate them from minute one. With a 2 kilometer route, the Route of the Faces is home to 19 sculptures integrated into the rock, representing mythical figures, Buddhists or Templar crosses, among other things.
You will walk around the Buendía reservoir, through an extensive pine forest. The route is circular and takes approximately 1 hour. Of course, it will surely take you longer, because you will want to stop and take photos with the immense rock sculptures between 1 and 6 meters high.
We encourage you to discover as a family all the hidden secrets on this route, one of the most peculiar in Spain.
3. Route to Hoyazo de Níjar (Almería)
Can you imagine being able to take a walk inside an extinct volcano? In Almería it is possible, and surely the little ones in the house will be as amazed as you. With this volcanic hiking route we will access the Hoyazo de Níjar, also called La Granatilla, where the remains of an underwater volcano are located.
2.5 kilometers await you during which you will go down to the depths of a crater and you will be able to discover different minerals, limestone rock, marine fossils and much more.
Although you can do the excursion on your own, the perfect option to make the most of this volcanic experience is to be accompanied by experts. With GeoGata you can take a route guided by an expert geologist strong>in the area.
In this way, both children and adults, you will be able to discover the geology, ornithology, botany, meteorology and even the chemistry of Hoyazo de Níjar, all with games that GeoGata has prepared.Totally recommended!
4. Montaña Roja (Lanzarote)
The Red Mountain, in the south of Lanzarote, is located behind Playa Blanca and its ascent is simple and fun to do with the family. The shortest way to reach the top is 3 kilometers, about 40 minutes walking, and allows us to surround the crater. Once up, the views of Playa Blanca are unbeatable.
From here you can also see the island of Fuerteventura and, during the ascent, you will find interesting volcanic rocks along the way. Did you know that there have been alleged UFO sightings since Red Mountain?
For those who prefer to have local guides, I recommend the organized routes of Aò! Experience, great professionals who organize numerous routes around the island that do not have waste.
5. Birth of the Mundo River (Albacete)
I did this route when I was nine years old and I still remember it as one of my favorites. I had to do a project at school about the Río Mundo and my parents decided to take a field trip so I could write with primary sources.
So, I can confirm first-hand that the tour is perfect to do with children and will not take you more than 1 hour. This 2.2 kilometer circular route has a low degree of difficulty and is characterized by its lush forest and the impressive rock walls that surround it.
When you arrive at the viewpoint, you will have a unique view of the Los Chorros Cave, where the Mundo River is born. Be careful with slipping! The entire path is marked and well signposted, but if you want to count on great professionals, Mundo Aventura Riópar will be your best ally to get to know the Calares del Mundo y de la Sima Natural Park.
