Sierra Crestellina

Sierra Crestellina is a mountain range in Malaga Province characterized by limestone formations and grey peaks that stand out among Mediterranean vegetation and cultivated valleys. The massif stretches across several kilometers and creates a distinctive landscape where rocky slopes give way to lower agricultural areas.

The massif has sustained local communities for centuries through agricultural and livestock activities in its valleys. It gained protected status to maintain both the traditional uses and the natural landscape.

Local families maintain goat herding traditions in the valleys, producing regional cheeses that connect them to their land and heritage. These practices shape how people live and work in the surrounding communities today.

Several walking trails lead through the mountains to viewpoints where visitors can see Gibraltar and the African coast on clear days. Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant conditions for exploring, with moderate temperatures and good visibility.

The ridge hosts the largest Griffon vulture colony in Malaga Province, along with Bonnelli's eagles and peregrine falcons. These birds of prey soar along the thermal currents above the peaks and are a defining feature of local wildlife.

Location: Málaga Province

GPS coordinates: 36.46260,-5.28440

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43