Trail · Sierra de Albarracín · Teruel
8.5 km of walkways over the Río Blanco.
One of the most photographed hikes in the province of Teruel. Metal walkways crossing the river back and forth, tunnels carved into rock, vertical walls and pine forests, just a step away from Casa de la Hoz.
- Traverse8.5 km
- Average time2 h 40 min
- Elevation +337 m
- DifficultyEasy
- AccessFree
Three ways to walk it
Pick one based on your group and how much time you have.
- 01Short
Walkways and back
- Distancia
- ≈ 3 km
- Tiempo
- 1 h
- Dificultad
- Easy
The most spectacular section —walkways, Río Blanco and Toba Bridge— and back the same way. Ideal with kids or if you're short on time.
- 02Traverse
Calomarde → Frías de Albarracín
- Distancia
- 8.5 km
- Tiempo
- 2 h 40 min
- Dificultad
- Easy
The full route through the canyon to Frías village. The most recommended way. You'll need a car at one end or to walk back.
- 03Loop
Calomarde · Frías · Calomarde
- Distancia
- ≈ 16 km
- Tiempo
- 5 h
- Dificultad
- Moderate
The full traverse there and back without a car. Demands a bit more stamina and planning for water. For hikers with a full day to spare.
What to see along the way
- 01
Toba Natural Bridge
A natural rock arch carved by water over thousands of years. The most photographed spot. About 30 minutes from the start.
- 02
Molino de las Pisadas
A 14th-century flour mill by the river. A common stop, where you can carry on to Frías de Albarracín or call it the end of the walkways route and head back.
- 03
Cañón de los Arcos
The narrowest stretch. Vertical walls and walkways at water level, with tunnels through the rock.
- 04
Presa de los Ahogados
A small historic dam where the river pools before continuing downstream.
Before you go
- Footwear
- Boots or shoes with good grip. The rocks can be slippery in places.
- Water and food
- Bring a backpack. No fountains or bars on the trail.
- Kids and elders
- The short variant works for any age. No climbing, no exposed steps.
- Floods
- After heavy rain or snowmelt, walkways may be unusable. Ask us.