Note – 2023-09-07 11:16
One of our regular hikes during the spanish summer is up the Rio Santos in the Lecrin Valley, south of Granada. Year-round water means deep, dense vegetation more reminiscent of the Amazon than ! Ther...
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Note – 2023-09-02 18:45
Storm clouds building over Lanjarón this evening. Much needed rain this evening and tomorrow hopefully
Note – 2023-08-25 08:14
The city of Granada, a heat haze and the stars above. From our bivouac Tozal del Cartujo 3152m
Note – 2023-07-24 09:57
Santuario de Monteagud, Filbares. Our predecessors certainly knew how to construct mountain hilltop buildings that took full advantage of any cool air and superlative views. A religious building with...
Note – 2023-07-11 15:58
It's 37C outside. You are in the midst of a fierce spanish summer. Either "head for the hills" or as we did today, head to some dramatic local gorges and refreshing, cooling waters. Marvellous! Rio Sa...
Note – 2023-06-25 08:23
After a night in the hills I came back home to Lanjarón to be met by the towns annual week-long fiesta. A celebration of colour and noise. Senses a bit blown. Enjoyed it, but think I prefer the quiet...
Note – 2023-06-20 16:26
Mixed weather over the Sierra Nevada meant we opted for a quiet mid week hike to an old favourite, Pico Lopera in the Sierra de Almijara. A relatively easy circular walk to a superb viewpoint in all d...
Note – 2023-06-14 16:33
Whilst hiking on the "Ruta Medieval" through the Alpujarras today I came across this little magical section of forest with a waterfall illuminated through a gap in the tree foliage. The colour is due...
Note – 2023-06-13 18:44
Some street scenes from Granada today with a hiking group having a rest day off from the mountains. I'd forgotten how vibrant and photogenic the city is. It's frantic one moment yet utterly peaceful a...
Note – 2023-06-13 07:31
Morning all. An early morning dog walk for me because today, for one day only, I am heading out of my comfort zone into the big city (Granada). This a photo of my town, Lanjarón.
Note – 2023-06-12 14:23
@jds I've have a city day tomorrow too. In Granada. I feel like a fish out of water until I sit and relax with a cold beer in hand and watch the world go by. Then I relax 😂
Note – 2023-06-07 07:36
Hiking down the Rambla de Durcal on the western side of the Spain's Sierra Nevada range.
Note – 2023-06-07 07:31
A few photos from yesterday's very tough and tiring but ultimately exciting and enjoyable romp around Las Buitreras del Durcal. Amazing, spectacular scenery and just 20 minutes drive from home. N.B Th...
Note – 2023-06-05 07:14
From yesterday mornings ascent of the wonderful Alto del Calabozo 1651m, Sierra de Huetor, Granada
