Tossal Trails Extra
Steady climbing over Tossal del Moro then more of the same to reach the summit of Serrellars. pleasant paths lead back, across the southern flanks. Wonderful views.
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The grade of this walk is MS/B, which means
MS – Moderately Strenuous: Up to 600 metres ascent and/or no more than 15 km in length with some rough going taken at a reasonable pace.
B – Less than half the route on rough ground
| Nearest town | Benissa |
| Directions to start |
Benissa motorway tunnels. From Benissa take the access road to the motorway on the roundabout take a minor exit signed to the Cementerio. Do not turn of to the cemetery but continue on this track for 2.2km parallel to the motorway until you reach a tunnel and park there. Be aware your GPS might try and take you onto the motorway! |
| Start point (Lat/Long) | 38.743109, 0.053247 Click here to view in Google Maps (in a new browser tab) |
| Length (km) | 10.00 |
| Ascent (metres) | 502 |
| Walking time (hours) | 3.5 |
| Total time (hours) | 5 |
| Recommendations or Restrictions | There is alternative parking beside the enclosed well about 500 metres before reaching the tunnels, some may prefer it. The GPS track passes through here. |
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Really good walk, with great view practically the whole way.
Quite steep right from the start up to Tossal del Moro, with 1 section of around 30-50m where hands are needed. Probably a good idea to use the alternative car park, to give yourself a warm-up.
Section from 3.4km to the Serrellars ridgeline at 4.5km is very steeply uphill, with no shade after the first few 100m – hot even in 20c sun.