Barranco Inferno and Cova Santa
Descend into Barranco del Infierno, walk up the (hopefully) dry riverbed and explore the Cova Santa. Steep climb out of gorge to meet the track under the cliffs. Returning under the Caballo Verde Ridge. Some scrambling, some rough tracks, some loose scree but worth the effort.
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The grade of this walk is S/C/Scr, which means
S – Strenuous: More than 600 metres ascent and/or more than 15km in length with steep, loose or heavily vegetated sections.
C – More than half the route on rough ground.
Scr – Scrambling: This implies the need for handholds to ascend steep rock pitches with a sense of exposure to vertigo and where a slip could lead to a serious accident.
| Nearest town | Fleix |
| Directions to start |
From Sagra take the CV715 towards Orba. Before Orba turn R onto the CV 721, signed Fontilles that takes you to Fleix. Drive through the village and just before you leave turn L into a car park opposite the school. |
| Start point (Lat/Long) | 38.778179, -0.110122 Click here to view in Google Maps (in a new browser tab) |
| Length (km) | 16.00 |
| Ascent (metres) | 685 |
| Walking time (hours) | 4.50 |
| Total time (hours) | 6.00 |
| Recommendations or Restrictions | None |
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