Walking in Spain travel tips
Packing advice
“A light, cotton pashmina/sarong is a great item to keep in a rucksack. It can be used to keep sun off the neck and arms. Keep arms warm if the wind picks up. Something to sit on when resting or eating. It can be wetted in a stream if the weather is very hot. The terrain in southern Spain is very hard and rocky due to the lack of rain. Walking poles are a good idea as they provide extra support and if used correctly can help prevent fatigue.”
“I would recommend booking a guided tour if you are planning to take more challenging and remote routes. If you go for some self-guided walking on easy trails, make sure you have a good map and a mobile phone with you!”
Our Spain walking Vacations
Spanish course & hiking vacation, Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish classes + stunning hikes in Picos de Europa
Picos inn to inn walking vacation in Spain
Hike through beautiful mountains staying in rural inns
Catalonia self guided walking vacations, Spain
Self-guided walking vacations in Catalonia
Las Alpujarras hiking vacation, Spain
Guided walking vacation, Andalucia, with writer Chris Stewart
Cooking and walking vacation, Spanish Pyrenees
Gastronomy and beautiful walks in the Spanish Pyrenees.
Gran Canaria walking tours, Canary Islands
This unique volcanic island reveals unexpected variety
Yoga and walking retreats in Spain
Yoga & Hill Walking Retreats in the mountains near Valencia
Wildlife and walking vacation in the Spanish Pyrenees
A naturalists paradise in the heart of the Spanish Pyrenees
Walking vacation in Alicante
Explore beautiful countryside on foot in Mediterranean Spain
Las Alpujarras guided hiking vacation, Spain
Fabulous guided hiking vacation, Sierra Nevada, Andalucia
Learn Spanish & hike the Camino de Santiago, Spain
Spanish Course + walking in the Camino del Norte
Camino de-Santiago trekking vacation in Spain
One of the world's oldest pilgrimage routes
Sierra Nevada and Granada walking vacation in Spain
Beautiful walks through Spain's highest sierra
Leon to Santiago de Compostela hiking vacation, Spain
15 days on the most popular Camino from León to Santiago.
Spanish Pyrenees guided walking vacation
Guided Walking in the Ordesa National Park, Spanish Pyrenees
Picos mountains walking vacation in Spain
Spectacular range of limestone peaks, ridges and valleys
Andalucia self guided walking vacation, Spain
Moderate walking in foothills of Olive and Almond groves
La Palma walking vacation in the Canaries
Walk a biosphere reserve that is home to over 900 endemic species
Kayaking the Camino de Santigo sea route, Spain
Experience the Camino de Santiago in Galicia by Kayak!
Sierra Nevada winter walking vacation in Spain
Alpujarra walking vacation: sun, snow, and mountain views
Canary Islands walking vacation
Visit Teide volcano and walk through the Garajonay Forest
Sierra Nevada self guided hiking, Spain
Sierra Nevada and Las Alpujarras self guided hiking
Walking in Andalucia, Spain
Guided hill walking vacations in Torrox, Andalucia.
Mallorca walking vacation in the Balearic Islands, Spain
Tranquil and timeless landscape dotted with mediaeval villages
Alicante self guided walking vacation
Trekking through beautiful mountainous countryside
Walking in Andalucia, Spain
The olive groves and rugged hills of Andalucia
Catalonia walking & food tour, Spain
Enjoy varied landscapes & sample local food & wine.
Walking vacation in Grazalema, Andalucia, Spain
Flowers, wildlife,Eagles, guided walks,stunning scenery.
Yoga & walking vacation in Spain
Perfect combo of daily yoga & time in the great outdoors
Sarria to Santiago de Compostela walking tour, Spain
9 days on the popular pilgrimage route - Sarria to Santiago
Language tips
As northern Spain is sparsely populated with few tourists it's easy to practise the language when you visit a village either en-route or at the end of a day's walk. Every mountain village will have a shop, restaurant and pub so get chatting to local people about the weather as they'll be happy to give you their own personal forecast.
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Our top Spain walking Vacation
Spanish course & hiking vacation, Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish classes + stunning hikes in Picos de Europa
2021: 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 26 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 28 Jun, 5 Jul, 12 Jul, 19 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 23 Aug, 30 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct
Tips from our travelers
We have selected some of the most useful walking in Spain travel tips that our guests have provided over the years to help you make the very most of your vacation - and the space inside your suitcase.


“Come with an open mind, be realistic about your abilities (especially given the nice hot weather) and be prepared to 'try out' your Spanish!” – John Freeman, walking in Andalucía
“Be prepared to take things as you find them, relax and enjoy the warm and friendly atmosphere of the town. The people here are so friendly, and you should try and engage with them as much as possible to add to your experience.” – Martin Graham, walking and languages in Picos de Europa
“The walks can be adapted to your wishes and abilities, as can the Spanish of course. Take a travel kettle if you need cups of tea!” – Rebecca T, walking and languages in Picos de Europa

