Águilas opens new running path in a boost to walking and hiking tourism
The municipality of Águilas already boasts numerous established hiking routes
El Ayuntamiento de Águilas apuesta por el turismo activo y natural con la construcción de una pista de running conectada a la red de senderos locales
Although the tourist industry in Águilas is of course highly dependent on the numerous beaches which line the coast of the municipality, efforts continue to encourage more year-round tourism and particularly if it involves physical activity and is environmentally sustainable, and this is reflected in the completion of a new 1.36-km running path which connects the Polideportivo Municipal with the green area in the Labradorcico industrial park.
The path is divided into two sections, the first running from Calle Agente Miguel González Sánchez parallel to the RM-D14 road, and the second in a loop`within the industrial park.
In addition, the path intersects with various other longer-established rural tourism routes, including the Sendero del Agua (PR-MU-113). This in turn links with the Sendero del Baladre (PR-MU-112) and the trail to Cuesta de Gos and Los Mayorales (PR-MU-117), thus joining the new route to a wide network appealing to runners, hikers and walkers.
The new path has been financed using EU Next Generation funds and falls under the umbrella of the Sustainable Tourism Plan under the label of “Descubre Águilas”.
For more local and visiting information, events and news contact the tourist office of Águilas or go to the home page of Águilas Today.
Address
Tourist Information Office, Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, s/n. 30880-AguilasTel: 968 493 285
Oficina de Turismo de Águilas
Águilas boasts 28 kilometres of coastline, with many fine, sandy beaches, sheltered coves and unspoilt natural beaches. It is a great summer favourite with Spanish holidaymakers, so always has a superb programme of concerts and activities throughout the summer, as well as the biggest carnival in the Region of Murcia, 40 days before Semana Santa (Easter.)
Throughout the year it also has a number of museums and historical attractions, a castle with fabulous views overlooking the bay and several other points of interest, all of which make it an good place to visit for days out. Throughout the year the tourist office runs monthly guided tours and the route of the railways, which explores the railway history of the town.
The tourist information office is located in the Plaza de Antonio Cortijos, just a short walk from the sea front and Plaza de España, a cool, shaded space in which to enjoy a coffee.
More information about Águilas including beaches, what to see, what's on and tourist information can be found on ÁGUILAS TODAY
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