The Kings Way (Caminito de Rey) - El Chorro - Malaga - Spain

[Clive Muir]

Great news over here in Andalucia that soon the Caminito del Rey will once again be open. The death defying footpath (That I have walked/climbed several times) is a real treat...!

Its not for the feint hearted though Have a look at the video and info about the area... If you are traveling across Andalucia, this part of Malaga province should definitely be on your list of stop offs....
http://www.caminodelrey.es

 

[Kathy (Trekcapri)]

Hi Clive,

I remember seeing the El Chorro stop on the train ride heading to Malaga. It looks like a beautiful area. Very interesting article. I'm glad to read that they have restored it and it will soon re-open. Thanks so much for sharing. btw, I'm still in awe with the hiker that shot that video.

 

[Clive Muir]

Check out the video of the helicopter transporting materials. The pilot is either very brave or very, very brave!
http://www.caminodelrey.es/video-from-malaga-diputacion-showing-work-in-progress/

 

[Pauline]

Interesting, but I wouldn't walk on it. And that helicopter looked like it was inches from the rock face!

 

[Clive Muir]

The investment in this is stunning 11 million euros in total...
http://www.caminodelrey.es/11-milli...amino-del-rey-and-surrounding-infrastructure/

Work seems to be going to schedule and we are waiting to see if like his grandfather the king of Spain will inaugurate the path early next year.

I visited the area last week and I must say, it is truly impressive... If anyone is on an Andalucian road trip then this part of Malaga province should really be on the trip visit list...

best regards
Clive