This is a circular walk that climbs up through the superb karstic canyon, El Canuto de la Utrera, before crossing heathland and then returning along the beautiful Ruta de los Molinos which runs alongside the Rio de Manilva. Towards the end of the walk there will be an opportunity to cool off in the Baños de la Hedionda. This tiny spa, fed by a naturally sulphurous spring, was reputedly visited by Julius Caesar.

The walk “las canteras azules” starts by climbing gently through the pine forest above the abandoned Ciudad del Cine. After a pause at the top of the incline, the route follows a narrow, stony path above the Barranco Blanco valley with steep scree slopes on the left (vertigo sufferers beware). There will then be a stop to have a snack at the summit of Cerró Gordo from where there are fine views in all directions.

A recently-added walk that starts from the Refugio de Juanar and passes the Ojén mirador before climbing to the peak of Tajo Negro (1,075m) which affords fine views of the Mediterranean and the North African coast on a clear day. The walk then descends to the Macho Montés mirador above Marbella before following a winding path through woods back to the starting point.

The walk begins in the centre of Pizarra and follows the track of the Romeria up to the El Santo monument on the top of the hill overlooking the town. There are spectacular views from here. The route loops back to the starting point where refreshments can be taken.