Activities
- Skiing:
The Sierra Nevada Ski Station, which hosted the Alpine World Ski Championships in 1996, is Europe's southernmost ski resort. Nevertheless, thanks to its high altitude, the skiing season can last from late November until the start of May.
- Hiking:
Popular bases for hiking in the Sierra Nevada include Capileira, Trevélez, Monachil, Güéjar Sierra and Bubión. It is relatively easy to reach the summits of Mulhacén and Veleta, whereas Alcazaba is slightly harder to reach. Dotted around the Sierra Nevada there are a number of mountain cabins ("refugios") designed for the use of hikers. The three staffed cabins charge a small amount if you want to stay the night. There are a further six unstaffed cabins in a reasonable state of repair, which are free of charge.
- Paragliding
- Bird-watching
Read more about this topic: Sierra Nevada National Park (Spain)
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