Discover the Serranía from
Hotel Horcajo

Circular route within our estate

The Dehesa del Horcajo Trail starts right from the hotel, a circular route that allows you to discover the natural landscape surrounding the estate.

The trail crosses a meadow of cork oaks, gall oaks, holm oaks, and wild olive trees, alternating areas of Mediterranean forest with open spaces where it is common to observe local wildlife. During the route, it is possible to see Payoya goats, Merino sheep, or Iberian pigs, in addition to enjoying natural viewpoints with views of the Serranía.

Complete information on the route is available in the hotel brochure.

Very close to the hotel, in the town of Montecorto, is E-Bike Montaur, a company specializing in electric bike routes.

Their tours allow you to discover the Serranía de Ronda and the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park in a comfortable and accessible way, traveling through rural paths, natural viewpoints, and spectacular landscapes.

The electric bikes make the route easier even in mountainous areas, allowing you to enjoy the surroundings without the need for extensive physical preparation.

More information:
https://ebikemontaur.com

The hotel is surrounded by some of the most spectacular routes in the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park and the Serranía de Ronda.

From the reception, we can provide you with information about routes, necessary permits, and contact details for specialized guides.

Among the routes that can be enjoyed in the surroundings of the hotel, the highlights are:

Garganta Verde
Río Majaceite Trail (Grazalema – Benamahoma)
Puerto de las Presillas Trail
Llanos del Rabel Trail
El Torreón Trail
Pinsapar Trail
Salto del Cabrero Trail
Montecorto – El Gastor Route

The Serranía de Ronda and the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park are among the most interesting environments in Andalusia for birdwatching. In the Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park, approximately more than 200 bird species have been recorded throughout the year.

The diversity of landscapes—mountain ranges, Mediterranean forests, dehesas (pasturelands), and rocky cliffs—creates ideal habitats for numerous species.

In the area, it is common to observe griffon vultures, eagles, and other birds of prey, in addition to species typical of the Mediterranean forest.

A few kilometers from the hotel is Acinipo, one of the most important Roman archaeological sites in Andalusia.

Situated on a limestone plateau at an altitude of nearly 1,000 meters, this ancient city overlooks a spectacular landscape between the Serranía de Ronda and the Sierra de Grazalema.

The most prominent feature of the site is its Roman theater, built approximately in the mid-1st century B.C. and considered one of the oldest in Roman Hispania.

The Cueva del Hundidero, located near Montejaque and Benaoján, is one of the most impressive natural formations in the Serranía de Ronda.

Its enormous entrance, over 50 meters high, marks the beginning of the Hundidero–Gato underground system, one of the most important karst complexes in Andalusia.

The surroundings also offer hiking trails and natural viewpoints with views of the Guadiaro river valley.

The Cueva de la Pileta is one of the most important prehistoric sites in southern Europe.

Inside, there are cave paintings over 20,000 years old that depict animals such as horses, fish, and goats.

The visit is always guided, allowing you to discover both the prehistoric art and the cave's geological formations.

About 25 minutes from the hotel, Ronda is one of the most impressive cities in Andalusia. Built over a spectacular gorge known as El Tajo, the city offers some of the most striking urban landscapes in Spain.

Its famous New Bridge (Puente Nuevo) has become one of the most recognizable symbols of Andalusia.

Among the most notable places in the city are:
Puente Nuevo and the Tajo de Ronda
Ronda Bullring
Arab Baths
Mondragon Palace
City walls and historic center
Tajo viewpoints