Sport

The privileged natural environment of the Sierra de Cádiz is the ideal setting for the practice of all kinds of active tourism activities, Always in touch with nature.

Hiking through the Sierra de Grazalema and Los Alcornocales Natural Parks is one of the best ways to get to know the many plains and gorges, Caves and cliffs; Immerse yourself in the heart of the Spanish fir forests or observe the grandeur of the landscape from the top of its peaks, admiring the flight of griffon vultures. All this accompanied at all times by the murmur of the waterfalls of its rivers and streams. Routes such as those of the Llanos del Republicano, Garganta Verde and the Salto del Cabrero can be carried out both on foot and by mountain bike or even horseback riding.

The region has the perfect conditions for air sports (Hang gliding, paraglider, Ultralight), which are very popular due to the existence of numerous free flight zones: Sierra de Albarracín (near Benamahoma), Puerto de las Palomas, Sierra de Líjar… De hecho Algodonales acogió en 2001 the World Air Games.

Climbing enthusiasts have several routes, either natural or equipped, to be able to enjoy this sport to the fullest, in Puerto de las Palomas, Peñaloja, the Peñón Grande, the Cintillo or the Verdilla.

Canyoning and canyoning are another option, highlighting the Garganta Verde and the Garganta de Buitreras.

Water sports enthusiasts can go fishing, canoeing or sailing in its many rivers and reservoirs such as the Guadalcacín II (Algar), Lake Bornos and Lake Arcos, which has a Yacht Club. In the town of El Bosque it is located, In addition, Europe's southernmost trout reserve.

^{Fountain: EDL Sierra de Cadiz}

More information can be found on the official tourism website, of the Provincial Council of Cadiz, at the following link: