The 13 most beautiful hikes to do around Seville

Would you like to deviate a few hours from the bustle of Seville? Whether you're looking for a walk in the forest, along the Guadalquivir or across the Atlantic... Here are the best hikes around Seville!

Seville, oh Seville... Capital of Andalusia and flamenco, it was a first-rate city during the Al-Andalus period. The Spanish square, the cathedral and its bell tower-minaret, the alcazar, the Andalusian patios, the medieval alleys with orange trees... Seville is a fascinating city, but Seville can also be tiring. How to escape a few hours of his agitation and his overwhelming heat?

In this article you will find a selection of the best hikes around Seville. They will lead you to discover the nature park of Doñana, the Atlantic coast, the Sierra Norte or the banks of the Guadalquivir... To discover the beautiful sevillana nature.

1. Huéznar stunts

Among all the hikes around Seville, the trail along the Huéznar River is perhaps the most famous. And for cause, this tributary of Guadalquivir continues to form water vessels, which then rushes into the form of waterfalls. Over time, they carved slides and rock curtains. This geological richness has earned this unique landscape to be declared a natural monument.

Go to the source of the Huéznar, San Nicolás del Puerto, to start this resurgent hike. Preferably after heavy rains!

2. Sanlúcar de Barrameda – Rota

Want to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean? This hike around Seville starts in Sanlúcar de Barrameda, a lovely fishing village located at the gates of Doñana Natural Park. It allows you to discover the beautiful coast of Cadiz , beaches, palm trees and churches. You'll pass through Chipiona and Costa Ballena before arriving at Rota.

A path to walk or cycle. Provide water, a hat and sun cream.

3. The natural monument Cerro del Hierro

Are you looking for a hike around Seville that is short and disappointing? Visit the Sierra Norte de Seville Natural Park, between the villages of Constantina and San Nicolás del Puerto. The natural monument Cerro del Hierro was partially shaped by man. Indeed, the presence of iron in the hill made it a high place of mining during the Roman Empire.

Today, hikers can still admire this curious landscape, while enjoying its rich biodiversity. A little gem around Seville!

4. The lagoon of Jaral

In the heart of Doñana Natural Park, laguna del Jaral offers landscapes with great softness. The sandy paths that pass through it cross a lush pine forest to the natural monument of Asperillo. This is the highest sand cliff in Europe, a unique formation of its kind.

Throughout this beautiful hike around Seville, you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean.

5. The water route of Guillena

ruta del agua de Guillena is among the most beautiful hikes around Seville. This trail is located only 20 kilometers from the city, and yet it remains quite unknown. On foot or by bike, you can browse it to admire beautiful landscapes.

But nature is not the only interest of this rando, since you will also find interesting witnesses of the human presence. Bulk: prehistoric vestiges, farms, an old station, and even a 19th century palace inspired by a medieval castle!

6. Coria del Río – Puebla del Río via the banks of the Guadalquivir

Guadalquivir is such an emblematic river in Andalusia that the only evocation of its name is enough to free a whole imagination. What if you go to his discovery the time of a hike around Seville?

This route allows you to connect two cities that border the Guadalquivir: Coria del Río and Puebla del Río . It promises you a real moment of escape out of the bustle of Seville. In less than two hours, you will have time to immerse yourself in this soft and pleasant atmosphere.

7. El sendero de los castañares (the chestnut trail)

You doubt it, el sendero de los castañares owes its name to the presence of chestnut trees, a fairly rare presence in this region of the world... Accessible and well marked, the trail is ideal for families. It offers a beautiful nature walk in the vicinity of Constantina, in the heart of the Sierra Norte Natural Park.

To be done in autumn to enjoy the beautiful golden colors, or in spring to admire the flower beds.

8. The archaeological site of Mulva-Munigua

Visit Cordel del Pedroso to start one of the most interesting hikes around Seville. At the heart of a natural environment of great beauty, it leads you to discover the archaeological site of Mulva-Munigua. This ancient Roman city of the I century of our era has the peculiarity of being little known. And for cause, you have to walk a few kilometers to get there. But the game is worth it! The remains are imposing and well preserved. A real hidden treasure.

A very accessible hike, ideal for explorers’ souls.

9. The green path of El Ronquillo

Accessible and well maintained, this pretty hike around Seville is ideal if you want to stroll with family or animals. You can even easily ride it by bike. At the beginning of the trail you will find parking and a restaurant. You can then take the green path, which opens onto beautiful natural landscapes through the water.

A very pleasant walk, which is however quite frequented. On weekends and holidays, you will have to arrive early to be sure to find parking spaces.

10. El arroyo de las cañas

This nice round-trip trail starts in the village of del Pedroso, located in the Sierra Norte Natural Park in the northeast of Seville. El arroyo de las cañas means “the stream to the roses”, which reflects the atmosphere of this hike around Seville.

The first section passes near the roads, but continue a little further. Very quickly, the landscapes become more beautiful. You will cross a beautiful green oak forest and cross many livestock. A very resurgent and ideal hike to pick mushrooms in autumn!

11. The green path of Doñana Natural Park

Doñana Natural Park is one of the most beautiful natural reserves in Andalusia... No wonder, therefore, that it contains one of the best hikes around Seville! This route passes through a portion of the camino verde from the park by allowing for detours. First towards the Parador de Mazagón , which dominates the Atlantic Ocean, then towards the beach of Cuesta Maneli, which is as vast as wild.

A very relaxing trail, which can be walking or cycling. However, it is a sporting day that awaits you: anticipate sun cream and what to desalter you.

12. The four villages

Want to combine hiking in nature and discover Andalusian villages? Las cuatros aldeas is a hike well known by the Sevillans. It takes you to discover four villages typical of the region: El Álamo, Juan Antón, Juan Gallego and Villagordo.

These four charming hamlets crystallize the entire Andalusian soul. Houses bleached with lime, small typical churches, squares crushed by the sun... Here, no remarkable monuments, but a unique atmosphere, completely detached from the tourist hustle. This little escape will remain engraved in your memory.

13. Las Laderas

Go to Cazalla de la Sierra to start this hike around Seville. It follows a portion of an old historic road, which is part of GR48 (the Sierra Morena Trail). You will cross typical Andalusian landscapes: olive fields, vineyards, cortijos and whitewashed houses... But you will also cross beautiful green oak and chestnut forests.

The trail offers some technical challenges, especially because of some gradient portions. However, it remains rather accessible.