Chulilla
A village perched beneath an Arab castle and surrounded by the canyon of the river Turia. The Hanging Bridges Route crosses several gorges to the Charco Azul, good for hiking and a swim.
Chulilla is one of those villages that seems wedged into the rock. It sits beneath an old castle of Arab origin, in the canyon the Turia river has carved over centuries. This corner of the Los Serranos district, about 60 km from València, has an old quarter of narrow streets and vertigo-inducing viewpoints over the river, and draws hikers and climbers.
What to see
The town centre climbs up the slope, with whitewashed houses rising towards the castle ruins, from where you can take in the bend of the river. It is worth wandering its alleys without rushing and stopping at the viewpoints over the Turia canyon, where the rock walls drop sheer to the water below.
The Hanging Bridges Route
The main draw is the Hanging Bridges Route, a circular walk that crosses suspended footbridges over the gorges to reach the Charco Azul, a cold-water pool good for a summer swim.
Tips for your visit
- Wear hiking shoes with good grip; there are stretches of steps and rock.
- Arrive early in high season: the car park and bridges fill up quickly.
- Water and sun protection are essential in the warmer months.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Hanging Bridges Route in Chulilla?
It is the village's famous hiking trail, which runs through the spectacular gorges of the Turia river canyon to the Charco Azul, ideal for walking and a swim.
How far is Chulilla from Valencia?
It is about 60 km from Valencia, in the Los Serranos region.
What is there to see in Chulilla?
The old quarter of narrow streets climbing towards a former Arab castle, the viewpoints over the Turia canyon, and the river landscape of the meander.
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