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This hiking trail provides the chance to enjoy one of the best views of the Marbella coast from the Sierra Blanca mountains, through two strategically located viewpoints known as the 'corzo', meaning roe deer, and the 'macho montés', meaning the male mountain goat. This short trail is surprising due to the variety of typical Mediterranean vegetation which is abundant here and is dominated by maritime pines and kermes oak sprinkled with chestnut and cherry trees. There is also a singular agricultural spot within this forest environment, the Juanar olive grove. Esparto grass, gorse, thyme and certain orchids add to the floristic richness of the place.
Almost from the beginning, we are welcomed by the peaks of Cruz de Juanar and Cerro Nicolás, and from the corzo viewpoint we will have a magnificent view of Ojén and the coast of Mijas. The easy route, suitable for all types of users, is suitable for the personal enjoyment of nature lovers of all ages.
Additionally, this place is home to a varied fauna, most importantly the wild goat due its potenital for hunting, and which is honored by means of a sculpture at the end of the hike in the viewpoint of the macho montés. Our path, accompanied by picturesque sandstone formations that surprise us along the way, passes in front of the Mountain Goat Disease Research Station, located here due to the abundance of the species in these mountains. The mountain goat (Capra pyrenaica) is one of the endemic bovids of the mountainous areas of Spain, and together with the roe deer they constitute the most important mammals of the "Sierra Blanca" Special Area of Conservation
From the A-355 regional road that joins the towns of Monda and Marbella, we take the turn-off at kilometre 23.8 to the Refugio del Juanar. Following the mountain road to Juanar, 100 metres from the shelter, we take a forest track to the left that we will follow until we find a gate, where we will leave the vehicle since the trail begins here.
Go to our visitor centres, information points and ecomuseums to get the most out of your visit.
Do not disturb or feed the animals. You would negatively alter their behavior.
Check the weather forecast before starting your activity.
Bring water, sun protection, suitable clothing and footwear.
Bring a mobile phone with enough battery in case of emergency (112), but remember that there is not always coverage.
For your safety and that of the environment, do not go off the signposted trail or take shortcuts.
Extreme caution in adverse conditions and in the occasional presence of animals or motor vehicles.
Follow the recommendations and comply with the regulations at all times
Respect the facilities put at your disposal. We all pay for its maintenance.
Help prevent fires. Do not throw cigarettes or any other object that produces combustion.
Trash doesn't come back alone. Take it with you to the nearest container. Reduce, reuse, recycle.
Avoid going out alone. If you do, communicate the route and time of return to other people.
Noise is another form of pollution. In silence you will enjoy your experience more.
Live respectfully with the locals and other users. Respect private property.
Facilitate use for people with special needs.
By consuming local products and counting on local companies, you will contribute to rural development.
Practice responsible tourism and committed to the environment. Be a true ecotourist!
Never leave your pet in the wild. It would endanger the flora and fauna of the place.
Get around in a sustainable way: public transport, bicycle, on foot, electric or shared vehicle ... Park in the designated places
Do not leave a trace of your passage through nature. The best memory you can take with you is your own photograph.
Your safety is our concern, but it is your responsibility.
The conservation of natural spaces is also in your hands. Thank you for your collaboration!
Find out in advance about the possible existence of hunting activity and remember that all public use facilities are declared safety zones.