5th of May
The Mills of Gátova route is located in the North-Western part of Sierra Calderona natural park. During the excursion we will hike up to the Aguila peak and then we will descend first passing bythe Iranzo mill, and then the Ceja mill.
Molino de la Ceja is located behind the ruins of a house, perfectly rebuilt and in an elevated location that offers us beautiful views of Gátova and Sierra Calderona. We can enter the mill and climb to its highest part useing the stone stairs, which are in perfect condition.
Molino de Iranzo (or El Cachumbito) is located at 800m of altitude. This mill is also perfectly rebuilt, as is La Ceja. We can go up to its upper part (shaped as a balcony) using more stone stairs to enjoy magnificent views.
Although it is not the highest peak in the Serra Calderona, Pico del Águila, located at 878 meters above sea level, is one of the most impressive natural viewpoints in the province of Valencia. Located next to the town of Gátova, Valencia, it is a great summit located in the Natural Park of the Serra de la Calderona that offers a spectacular view of the entire area. Since it is one of the highest peaks around, it is one of the best viewpoints in the Serra Calderona, a place that offers incredible 360º views of the surroundings.
Difficulty: medium (13.7km with 600m elevation gain)
Technical level: medium (single track trails)
Meeting point: Mestalla, parking lot on av. Aragón, 9:30 (return to Valencia ~19:00)
Price: 39 euros (35 euros signing up before Friday, 03.05) / 15 euros coming to Gátova.
The price includes professional guide, transportation, accident and public liability insurances.
Bring at least 1.5l of water, lunch, sunscreen, cap and hiking shoes.
Become a member and get a 6-euros discount for every hike.