Sierra Nevada National and Natural Park

The Sierra Nevada National Park spans 86,208 hectares across the provinces of Granada and Almería, featuring 15 mountains above 3,000 meters elevation.

The park received its national designation in 1999, expanding from a nature reserve established in 1989 to protect the diverse ecosystems of southern Spain.

The Alpujarra region within the park contains traditional villages like Bubión, Capileira, and Pampaneira, reflecting centuries of mountain settlement patterns.

Visitor centers at El Dornajo and Laujar de Andarax provide maps, trail information, and guidance for exploring the park's 25 marked walking paths.

The park houses over 2,100 catalogued plant species and serves as habitat for Spanish ibex, golden eagles, and numerous endemic mountain creatures.

Location: Almeria

GPS coordinates: 37.07603,-3.20168

Latest update: March 12, 2025 14:03