Penyas Severino and Ovenga

Two rocky peaks with extensive views of the Algar valley and a central scree section which is difficult to descend and under foot. Graded by distance and height gain this remains a tough day out.

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The grade of this walk is S/C/Scr/X, 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.
X – Experienced walkers route: the route requires considerable stamina and/or significant scrambling skills on rough, steep or exposed sections.

Nearest town	Jalon
Directions to start	In the town of Jalon look travel along the main village street (not the by-pass) and look for a turning south on the CV749. Follow this for some 11.5km and at a T-jnc where the main road turns L continue straight ahead to the first bend and park on the L in the trees. From Benissa follow the CV749 until after km 12 reach a T-jnc and turn L, pass the Restaurante Sierra Bernia and park on the LHS.
Start point (Lat/Long)	38.672201, -0.046091 Click here to view in Google Maps (in a new browser tab)
Length (km)	11.50
Ascent (metres)	760
Walking time (hours)	3.25
Total time (hours)	6.00
Recommendations or Restrictions	Uneven rocky terrain and a scree course