September and October
is a great time to visit as the heat from summer starts to fade and walking and
climbing at lower altitudes becomes possible again. Although there will be
occasional rainy days, any moisture brings life back to the plants and a second
growing season begins.
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| Busquistar in December |
Any rain in the
valleys is likely to bring a dusting of snow on the high peaks, though this
will melt quickly as snow tends not to lie before November. Water will be flowing again in the
acequias (water channels) which
are often lined with chestnut trees who’s leaves turn to gold then brown as
autumn progresses.
This is a great time
to visit for a walking holiday.
Low season hotel prices coupled with mainly settled weather that will
seem like summer to anyone from Britain.
Walking in the Alpujarra (hill walking) and Sierra Nevada (mountain
walking) is as good as it gets with some truly memorable days to be had.
Some of our favourite
walks include:
A circuit in the Taha
from Busquistar:
A circuit to the
Poqueira Refuge for lunch; and
An ascent of the Cerro
del Caballo which at 3011m is Europe’s most westerly 3000m peak.
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| Walking in The Taha, December |
To make the most of
your visit, check out our website where you’ll find all sorts of useful
information and suggested itineraries.
If you have a question about the area that isn’t answered on our website
do get in touch, we are always happy to advise.
Like all mountains,
these can be serious too. Only
venture into the hills if you have the right skills. You can always hire a guide from Sierra Nevada Guides.
Mountain House Holidays have places available on their walking and scrambling holidays
scheduled for September.
