The best walks and hikes around Calcena

The Peñas del Cabo Caves are located on the western cliffs of the Peñas del Cabo, near Calcena, in the province of Zaragoza, Aragon. These caves are known for their impressive geological structure and speleothems, such as stalactites, stalagmites and flowstones. One of the most popular caves is the Cueva Honda, which has been used as a shelter for livestock and has housed archaeological remains from the Neolithic period. In addition, the cave is an important refuge for bat colonies during the summer. The caves offer a unique experience for caving and nature lovers.😊

The Mirador de la Ermita de San Cristóbal is located in the municipality of Los Fayos, in the province of Zaragoza, Aragon. This viewpoint offers spectacular views of the Queiles River Valley and the surrounding area, including the Val reservoir. The San Cristóbal hermitage, located next to the viewpoint, is a place of great historical and cultural interest. Built in the 17th century, the hermitage is an example of religious architecture in the region. Access to the viewpoint and the hermitage can be made through several hiking routes that run through the area, offering the opportunity to enjoy nature and panoramic views.

The Talamantes castle was built in the 11th century with the purpose of defending the border crossing between Castile and Aragon in the Valdeherrera and Valdetreviño ravines. Although much of the fortification is in a state of ruin, the north wall and one of its towers are still quite well preserved.

The Valdeherrera ravine connects the town of Talamantes with the Estacas hill, a point where the GR 90 forks into two variants. The ravine, although it consists of steep slopes, offers fantastic views of the surrounding rocks.

At the Collado de la Atalaya you have to head northeast along the slope of the mountain range following a level path marked with stone markers. The path crosses the Las Hoyas de los Portillos valley and climbs halfway through the pine forest towards the wall of the Muela del Cerro Morrón. In the pine forest you have to keep climbing towards the east and at the base of the walls connect with the path coming from the north face of the mountain. The landmarks are clear between the pine trees and the mole wall, they jump a couple of small slopes near other cavities and lead to the spectacular Cueva de los Pilares, a fantastic natural rock sanctuary with arches, vaults and giant columns. The climb to the summit of the mole leaves from the cave through the canal located to the west, it is a clear and obvious climb, it has stone markers and although it seems that there is no exit with good visibility, it is a simple section along some aerial ledges without too many complications, unless the rock is wet, it cannot even be classified as a climbing step, rather technical mountain hiking. The milestones enter the large inclined molar plain and take the direction of the summit through the center of the mountain.

At Cerro Morrón (1,730 m) there is a trig point and good views of the Moncayo massif. The visible summit is Lobera (2,226 m) and behind it the distant San Miguel peak (2,315 m), simply showing the silhouette of the summit. And below the pedestal of the great mountain covered by endless forests of pines, oaks and beech trees. Towards the north the enormous plain of the Ebro valley and around it the rest of the reliefs of the eastern Iberian region.

The Herrera rocks are formations that break the smooth crest of the mountain and resemble castles. From this point you can see its peaks, to the southeast.

From this point, on the outskirts of Calcena, you have a good view of the whole town with its traditional houses and its magnificent natural environment.