Parque Natural de las Hoces del Cabriel
The largest natural park in the Valencian Community (over 31,000 ha), shared by Requena, Venta del Moro and Villargordo del Cabriel. The Cabriel river, with its turquoise, crystal-clear waters, has carved deep gorges over millennia, with striking formations such as Los Cuchillos. It holds the region's best riverside woodland and offers hiking and white-water sports like rafting, canoeing and canyoning.
At over 31,000 hectares, this is the largest natural park in the Valencian Community, shared between Requena, Venta del Moro and Villargordo del Cabriel. The Parque Natural de las Hoces del Cabriel owes its character to a river that has been working the rock for millennia.
What to see
The Cabriel river, with its turquoise, very clear waters, has cut deep gorges over time. Its most famous formation is Los Cuchillos, a set of sharp rock crests that have become the park's signature image. Along the riverbed grows the region's finest riverside woodland.
What to do
- Hiking between the gorges and the viewpoints over the river.
- White water: rafting, canoeing and canyoning on the stretches set up for it.
This is a serious nature outing near València; if you want more water, see our guide to natural pools near València.
Frequently asked questions
What can you see at the Hoces del Cabriel Natural Park?
The largest natural park in the Valencian Community, with over 31,000 hectares. The Cabriel river, with turquoise, crystal-clear water, has carved deep gorges such as the famous Los Cuchillos crests, and it preserves the region's finest riverside woodland.
What activities can you do at the Hoces del Cabriel?
Hiking among the gorges and the viewpoints over the river, plus whitewater sports such as rafting, canoeing and canyoning on the designated stretches.
Where is the park and is there a charge to enter?
It spreads across Requena, Venta del Moro and Villargordo del Cabriel. Access to the natural park is free.
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