El Caminito del Rey – The Kings Path – El Chorro

Camino del rey or kings path in el chorro

A bit of history about the Caminito del Rey

“El Caminito del Rey”, in English, “The King’s little pathway”, was initially built as an access route. It enabled workers at the hydroelectric power plants of El Chorro Gorge and Gaitanes Gorge with an easier way to transport materials, maintain and inspect the workings of the two power plants.

Construction of the “walkway” began in 1901 and was finished in 1905 and in 1921 King Alfonso XIII visited and walked along the path for the inauguration of the Conde del Guadalhorce dam and since that time it became known as the “Kings path”

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Caminito del Rey rules and regulations

Caminito del Rey rules and regulations

Some people seem to be a bit confused about the Caminito del Rey rules and regulations and some have even been stopped from entering because they have the wrong type of rucksack or refuse to give up their selfie stick.

So here is a basic list of rules

Hours of opening:
From October 31st to March 31st (winter) and from April 1st to November 1st (summer).
The gates open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (winter time ) and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (summer).

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The Ultimate Caminito del Rey FAQ: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Visit

Exploring the Caminito del Rey: A Thrilling Adventure in Nature

If you’re planning to visit the Caminito del Rey, this is the most detailed and up-to-date FAQ you’ll find. From getting tickets to the best places to stay and eat, we cover everything to ensure your trip is smooth and unforgettable. So lets dive into The Ultimate Caminito del Rey FAQ: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Visit

1. What is the Caminito del Rey and why is it famous?

The Caminito del Rey (King’s Little Pathway) is a spectacular walkway built between 1901–1905 to allow workers to access hydroelectric power plants in El Chorro and Gaitanes Gorge. Read more about the Caminito del Rey here.

Listen to me (Clive) talking about the Caminito del Rey
The Kings Path - Photo Credit Diputacion de Malaga
A Royal visit that gave the Kings little Path its name – Photo Credit Diputación de Malaga

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Get your Guide for the Caminito del Rey

Visit to the Caminito del Rey 2015

Are you travelling with a group of four people or more to the Caminito del Rey? Get your guide for the Caminito del Rey Could be the best option! Once the places start to fill up, it can be almost impossible to reserve if your group is more than 4 people (and sometimes even 2 is impossible!)

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Booking the Caminito del Rey (how to buy a ticket)

Booking the Caminito del Rey (how to buy a ticket)
How to Buy Tickets for the Caminito del Rey: Your Ultimate Guide

Buying tickets for the Caminito del Rey can be straightforward if you know the steps. This guide will walk you through the booking process, ensuring you secure your spot on this iconic walkway.

Exploring the Caminito del Rey: A Thrilling Adventure in Nature
Exploring the Caminito del Rey: A Thrilling Adventure in Nature. The Caminito del Rey is a very popular visitor attraction in the province of Malaga, Andalusia, Spain. Booking the Caminito del Rey (how to buy a ticket)

IMPORTANT: Before booking an entry ticket on the Caminito del Rey official website one must first register for an account. www.caminitodelrey.info.

An alternative to the official website is to book a ticket for the Caminito del Rey at the Viator website here.

You can also get your entry ticket from Get Your Guide here.

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