El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

Close to the pretty village of Villa de la Concepción, near the city of Antequera, El Torcal is just off the A45.

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

There are several different hiking routes varying in length and level of ability.

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

The highest point in El Torcal is 1,336m above sea level.

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

Once forming part of the sea bed, over millennia the elements have chiselled the limestone into rock formations that will take your breath away!

El Torcal de Antequera... Malaga Rocks!

On fine days, you can see right across the Mediterranean to the mountains of North Africa.

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

El Torcal's Visitors Centre, Observatory and Restaurant.

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

The nearby historic city of Antequera, watched over by its landmark and legendary 800m high La Peña de los Enamorados (Lovers' Rock).

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

Hikes with knowledgeable and professional guides can be arranged.

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

El Torcal was formed by massive convulsions in the Earth's crust around 150 million years ago.

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

A paradise for nature lovers, hikers, geologists, biologists, ornithologists... and photographers.

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

An alien landscape... but in a good way!

El Torcal de Antequera... Málaga Rocks!

Dating from the dawn of time, El Torcal is Málaga's very own, must-see Jurassic Park... don't miss it!