Pego-Oliva Marsh Nature Reserve: loop from Denia

Water is the star of this easy circular route from Dénia train station. To get out and back to the city, you can take advantage of the charming greenway. This runs through an area of agricultural plots where palm trees and fruit trees are greening up. Until the only climb on the route, you pass through a series of small towns that are ideal for taking a break and enjoying some tapas.

The route takes you along the Girona River plain to the foot of the short path, which has a challenging climb up the Pego mountain. During the descent, you enjoy magnificent views of the marsh and the rural landscape of Alicante. Once down, you go along paths between citrus plantations until you reach the Vedat River, a charming course of crystal-clear waters where you can probably get a little wet. From here, you cross the Marjal de Pego - Oliva Natural Park, one of the most important marshes in Alicante, as it is home to a great variety of local birds and flora.

Before returning to the Denia railway, you have a long stretch along a bike path very close to the coast, where you find numerous passages that invite you to take a nice dip in the Mediterranean before finishing the day.