Activities in the area
Finca La Libertad is located in the hills near the village of Coín. From your casita at Finca La Libertad you can enjoy excellent walking- and cyclingtrails. Of course, you can also enjoy the swimming pool and the beautiful views. Coín is a cosy village with many squares where you can eat and drink. In addition, the municipality of Coín is very enterprising when it comes to activities. At weekends, there is plenty of activities, like music, art and theatre.
Coín is centrally located in the heart of Andalusia with the highlights within relatively short driving distance. At this page you can see the highlights we definitely recommend:
- Caminito del Rey
Caminito del Rey, is a spectacular hiking trail where you walk along a path against the cliff. In 1901, the need arose for a path to transport stuff between Chorrow Falls and Gaitanejo Falls for the construction and maintenance of the hydraulic power plants on both sides of the falls. After four years of hard work, the path was opened in 1905 after which it became known by its current name " el caminito del rey": the king's path. The rest of its history is told by the guides of the Caminito del rey themselves. They also take you into a piece of nature they tell you a bit about.
The King's Path is around the river "el Chorro" Part of this walk you walk on a narrow path above a gorge. The cliffs are about 400 metres high. The views are stunning and you won't want to stop taking photos. However, don't forget to look around!
Although it was years in the making, much-needed renovation began in 2013. By spring 2015, the trail was ready and safe enough to open to the general public. Wherever possible, old parts of the concrete path were refurbished. In many places, the choice was made to build a new wooden path above the old one. The path has been transformed from the most dangerous route to a safe walk, but it is still spectacular.
How do you order tickets for Caminito del Rey?
Do you like to walk this spectacular hike yourself? Then book your tickets in advance. You can choose between a guided or unguided walk. Tickets can always be booked up to 3 months in advance. When booking, you can choose a specific time at each half-hour.
You can order directly at https://www.caminitodelrey.info/.
The Caminito del rey is a 45-minute drive from Finca la Libertad.
If you order tickets, the route will be sent to you. by e-mail.
Foto caminito del rey
- Barranco Blanco
Barranco Blanco is a beautiful piece of nature located between Alhaurín el Grande and Coín. In this hiking area you will find a waterfall, originating from the Alaminos River , also known as the Río de las Pasadas, which runs through lush vegetation, until it flows into the sea at Fuengirola.
Let yourself slide down the rope, climb on the rocks, swim through the cave and walk through the mangrove! The barranco blanco is a great to do with your family with children 5 years old onwards. Slightly younger is also possible, but then mum and dad will need some courage and help the kids with climbing the rocks.
There is no entrance fee at the Barranco blanco. Note: Between June and September, you cannot get to the start of the route by car. A 20- to 30-minute walk from the parking area to get to the start of the route is then necessary.
The Barranco Blanco is a 20-minute drive from Finca la Libertad.
- Sierra de las Nieves
A large hiking area with many different walking routes and several "miradors" (viewpoints).
View information on hiking routes here
One of our favourites in the Sierra de las Nieves is a hike through the mountain area near the village of Tolox. Nice and close to our finca and walking routes with beautiful waterfalls and different distances. Something for everyone and especially recommended with children. Don't forget your swimwear! You park at the old bathhouse where the different routes are signposted. Charco de la Virgin is the designated route with children. 2.4 km and a nice swim at the waterfall at the end.
The hiking area at Tolox is a 30-minute drive from Finca la Libertad.
The route to the hiking trails in Tolox
- El Torcal
Near the pretty town of Antequera you will find the El Torcal nature reserve. Walk through an unreal, prehistoric landscape and marvel at the incised rock formations. You can let your imagination work freely as to what figures can be seen in the rock formations. There is a visitor centre and museum where you can park.
El Torcal has 3 routes from 1.5 to 4.5 km long.
El Torcal is a 1-hour and 15-minute drive from our Finca, but don't let this length of time put you off. The route to El Torcal is beautiful, you'll be there before you know it and it's really worth it.
More information about El Torcal
Tip: Also visit the old centre of Antequera
Towns and villages
- Coín (3km)
Coín is a typical Spanish, medium-sized, village with nice squares and many restaurants (see our restaurant tips here). For shopping you can go to one of many large supermarkets such as Mercadona, Carrefour, Lidl, Aldi and Dia. There are also several small supermarkets in the centre. Also visit one of the fruit halls.
Park your car for free in the public car park here.
Coín is a 10-minute drive from Finca la Libertad.
- Malaga (40km)
Malaga is a lovely city with a nice atmosphere and numerous restaurants. Don't forget the beaches and the promenade!
Highlights: Beaches, promenade, Alcazaba (Palace), Cathedral, Picasso Museum, Gibralfaro (Castle), Teatro Romano, Plaza de Toros. And if you get thirsty along the way, don't forget to visit Málaga's oldest bodega (Antigua casa de Guardia) and enjoy a glass of port straight from the barrel.
There are also fun activities to do in Málaga such as an escaperoom and a bike tour of the city.
Route to Parking on Boulevard Málaga
- Mijas Pueblo (25km)
Mijas is located at altitude above the coastline, giving you fantastic views over the Costa del Sol. There are several viewingpoints where you get fantastic views of the coastline. Other highlights include the botanical gardens near the city walls, the old bullring and the open-air theatre. Highly recommended!
Route to Parking in Mijas centre
Mijas is a 35-minute drive from Finca la Libertad.
- Marbella (30km)
Marbella is a modern seaside resort. Visit the old historic centre and stroll along the promenade and beaches. Want to visit the big yachts and expensive clubs? Then take a look at Puerto Banus.
Route to Parking in old town Marbella
Marbella is a 40-minute drive from Finca la Libertad.
- Torremolinos (40km)
Old-fashioned Spanish seaside resort with a sprawling promenade full of restaurants and entertainment. Fancy a party? Then Torremolinos is the place to be.
Route to Torremolinos car park
Torremolinos is a 40-minute drive from Finca la Libertad.
- Ronda (50km)
Ronda is one of Andalusia's most beautiful white villages with impressive ruins and great views. Perched on a rocky plateau and carved right through the middle by the El Tajo gorge, connected by the world-famous ancient bridge. Ronda is 50 km from our finca and the road via the Sierra de las Nieves is also very worthwhile! There are plenty of nice little streets, squares and wherever you sit, the food and drinks are delicious.
Ronda is a 1-hour and 15-minute drive from Finca la Libertad.
-Granada (150 km)
Beautiful city situated at altitude next to the Sierra Nevada. Visit the Moorish fortress (Alhambra) with its beautiful gardens but again be warned, order your tickets well in advance! Definitely also worth a visit is the Arab quarter El Albaícin and the gypsy quarter Sacromonte with its typical cave houses.
During winter time, there is a ski resort with 107 kilometres of slopes where skiing is fun for all levels.
Park here in Granada city centre
Granada is a 2-hour drive from Finca la Libertad.
-Cordoba (189 km)
Visit the Alcaraz and the Roman bridge. Cordoba also has plenty of conviviality and a lovely atmosphere. Many places with nice restaurants. As distances are limited in the historical centre, Cordoba is perfectly doable with a day visit.
- Sevilla (180km)
Superb, perhaps Spain's most beautiful city with many sights. Definitely worth spending several days.
Beaches and lakes
- Bounty Beach Marbella (30km)
The closest beach you can find from our finca. Lovely stay with a snack and drink at Bounty but unfortunately limited parking space. Recommended on quiet days outside the weekend and tourist season.
The route to Bounty Beach Marbella
- Playa los Monteros Marbella (35km)
A little further away is Playa de los Monteros. Lovely quiet beach with a fine beach bar with relatively low prices. A little more parking here but also better to avoid on busy days.
The route to Playa de los Monteros
- Cabopino Beach Marbella (40 km)
Our favourite is Playa Cabopino. A beach on a small marina. Perfectly manageable even with children. Good food and lots of fun at Andy's beach bar. Ample parking but in high season and at weekends either arrive before 10am or possibly later in the afternoon from 3pm.
- Pedregalejo, Malaga (50km)
Nice fishing village with beach and lots of activity east of Malaga. Also nice to spend an evening. El Palo is next door and also well worth a visit.
- Lakes of Ardales
No sea but an azure lake and a little more peace and quiet in high season in a beautiful setting close to the Caminito del Rey. Bring the picnic basket! There are several hiking trails in this area. There are also opportunities to rent a canoe.
The route to the lakes of Ardeles
Other activities
Zip-line
Want something spectacular? That is also possible here in our region. Heading towards Malaga, you will find Spain's longest zip-line. As much as 1,300 metres you fly over the Guadolhorce valley with stunning views.
Here is the website for tickets and route.
Horse riding
We can help you organise a ride on the beach or for the advanced in the countryside. Ask us about the possibilities.
Climbing
Would you like to take a climbing course? Advanced or beginner? We are happy to help you.
skiing
Sierra Nevada
Even in southern Spain you can ski in winter! The Sierra Nevada in the province of Granada is Europe's highest mountain range after the Alps, with a total of 16 peaks above 3000 metres. In the Sierra Nevada there is a ski area with 107 km of slopes and skiing can be done up to the Pico Veleta which is 3396 metres high. It is a perfect ski area for both beginners and advanced skiers. So....if you are in Andalusia during the winter, then visiting Sierra Nevada is definitely worth it.
Wine tasting
In collaboration with Vimaso exclusive wines from Alhaurin el Grande, we can organise a wine tasting (min 8 people). Delicious Spanish and also foreign wines with a story and surprising flavours will then pass by. Ordering the most delicious wines directly from their webshop is also possible; www.vimosawines.com
Golf
In the immediate region are 2 beautiful golf courses. Alhaurin golf and Lauro golf. Green fees are available there. Not so familiar with golf but still want to play? Then book a golf clinic with golf professional Ruud Vermeer (Nl/EN) . www.golfacademy-suenodevida.com
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