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The hiking route along the Borosa River in the Natural Park of the Sierras de Cazorla, Segura, and Las Villas, in the province of Jaén (Andalusia), is an exceptional journey that allows visitors to enjoy some of the clearest waters of the Sierra de Cazorla. This route is popular not only for its natural beauty but also for the variety of experiences it offers along the way.
One of the highlights of this route is the possibility of ”walking on water” thanks to the wooden platforms that rise above the river. During the journey, hikers can observe a rich variety of flora and fauna, as well as spectacular geological formations that adorn the landscape.
The route is linear, 7.5 kilometers long, with an estimated duration of 3 hours and low difficulty, making it accessible to most people. The path is composed of tracks, paths, and walkways, characterized by riverside vegetation, interesting geological formations, and numerous pine forests. Shade is frequent along the route, and no special authorization is required to travel it. However, it is recommended to bring sunscreen in summer, as well as sufficient drinking water and appropriate footwear.
At the beginning of the route, next to the Borosa River, is the Borosa River Visitor Center. This center, managed by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Environment of the Andalusian Government, is a reference point for visitors, offering information and guidance on the natural park. The center has aquariums that exhibit the most representative aquatic fauna of the area and is attached to the Borosa River fish farm, now converted into a research and conservation center for native aquatic fauna. Visitors can observe species such as common trout and river crab from an indoor viewpoint, as well as eels or comillejas.
The route starts at the Borosa River fish farm. Walking parallel to the river, an affluent of the Guadalquivir with cold and crystalline waters, hikers can admire the Charco de la Cuna, a pool with turquoise waters where common trout and gypsy barb swim. Along the way, it is possible to observe a great diversity of birds, such as the kingfisher and the water blackbird, as well as Valverde’s lizard, an endemic reptile of the park. Among the riverside vegetation, sarga, ash, and sargatillo predominate.
One of the most impressive points of the route is the Cerrada de Elías. To visit it, you must take a right turn that leads to a path surrounded by lush vegetation. This stretch is especially interesting for the wooden walkways elevated above the waters of the Borosa, allowing a unique immersion experience in nature. In the Cerrada de Elías, hikers can observe the crasilla or flytrap, a carnivorous plant that grows on the water-releasing rocks. At the end of this section, there is a fountain surrounded by a culantrillo de pozo, a typical fern of humid and shady areas.
Continuing along the path, you reach the hydroelectric power plant, built in the thirties to supply electricity to several towns in the region. The plant takes advantage of the terrain’s slope to produce clean energy. At this point, visitors can observe toba formations and enjoy the view of spectacular cornicabras (a shrub or small tree). Although a sign indicates the end of the trail, it is advisable to continue a few more meters to contemplate these geological formations.
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