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GR-249 Stage 7 — Cómpeta to Canillas de Aceituno
Duration8h 15min (24.3 km)
DifficultyVery High
PriceFree
Best seasonOct-May
KidsNo (>16)
About
- Stage 7 of the Gran Senda de Málaga (GR-249), long ridge route
- 24.3 km linking Cómpeta, Canillas de Albaida, Salares, Sedella, Canillas de Aceituno
- Includes Roman/medieval bridges and El Saltillo suspension bridge
Good to know
- Linear route — arrange a return shuttle
- Carry 2L+ water (refill in villages), GPS/offline map
- Avoid in heavy rain (Almanchares river ford may be impassable)
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