La Solana, Tossal Gran and Riu Xalo or Gorgos
A circular route over varied terrain,with early steep ascent, two ridges,two short scrambles,a cave visit, extensive views through the Jalon valley and visit a well preserved Roman water feature alongside the Rio Xalo o de Gorgos.
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The grade of this walk is S/B/Scr, which means
S – Strenuous: More than 600 metres ascent and/or more than 15km in length with steep, loose or heavily vegetated sections.
B – Less 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 | Jalon |
| Directions to start |
Jalon, Rastro car park. Car park under trees opposite Alleluya Bar at Information Office. |
| Start point (Lat/Long) | 38.743931, -0.017188 Click here to view in Google Maps (in a new browser tab) |
| Length (km) | 14.00 |
| Ascent (metres) | 750 |
| Walking time (hours) | 4.25hr |
| Total time (hours) | 5.25hr |
| Recommendations or Restrictions | Some early steep ascent |
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Loved the ridge, great fun but it’s fair to say that both the route up to the ridge and that down to the first col are very indistinct and overgrown – perhaps we will endeavor to take some loppers next time! Views from the ridge are just wonderful.