Penyal d'Ifac Maps, Calpe, Costa Blanca, Spain
The Charming Calpe Marina, Back dropped by the towering rock, Penyal d'Ifac
The Rock of lfach, Penyal d'Ifac, is the iconic symbol of Calpe, and in my opinion the second most iconic symbol of the Costa Blanca, the first being the Watch (Bell) tower at Guadalest
Penyal d'Ifac Walking Route Map
About the Route to the Summit
- Only 300 people are allowed om the rock per day. Therefore It is essential that you book a place.
- The height of the rock is 322m.
- The route starts at the information centre where there are toilets.
- Entrance to the Park Natural del Penyal d'Ifac., is by a turntable that counts you in & out.
- The round trip takes approx. 2hours 30 minutes but depends on your stamina abilities, but well worth the effort.
- Don't forget :
- A good supply of water.
- Sunscreen.
- Camera.
- Good footwear.
- Before the tunnel, approx. half way about 1 mile
- A maintained path with some steps.
- Note the shape of some of the pine trees, caused by high winds.
- Keep a lookout for wildlife.
- In the tunnel:
- The tunnel is uphill & steepish with some steps.
- The rock floor is very rough, uneven & worn smooth and when wet very slippy.
- For safety use the rope or chain hand rails available on both sides of the tunnel.
- After the tunnel:
- The path is dangerous in some areas
- Very narrow path with steep drops.
- Slippery rocks.
- Walkers must take great care where they step.
- Scrambling over rocks.
- Good footwear recommended, such as mountain boots or similar.
- Not suitable for Children. for children under after the tunnel. There site states: From the tunnel, it is not recommended to continue to those under 18, due to the danger of the path.
- Also With rain or fog, it is not recommended to continue from the tunnel.
- Use the chain handrails where provided.
- The path is dangerous in some areas
- At the fork:
- Turn left for the Sentry post and view platform, Mirador de Carabiners, with great views.
- 350m.
- Fairly flat, best route if you are tired of the climb so far.
- Turn right for the summit, La Cima
- 315m.
- The steepest part of the climb and the best views from the summit, 1,089 feet above sea level.
- Turn left for the Sentry post and view platform, Mirador de Carabiners, with great views.
Free Permit to visit is Required
It is mandatory to make an appointment and obtain a permit to visit the Peñón de Ifach!
- Only 300 visitors per day allowed
- A separate reservation is required for every person and it is not transferable
- You require
- ID: Id Car, Passport or Driving Licence
- You can apply up to 10 days in advance. You can apply on the day of your visit but there may not be any available permits left
- Please read the RESERVATION GUIDE which guides you through filling in the online reservation. This reservation guide page links to the reservation application page
Penyal d'Ifac Photographs
Visitor Centre and entrance to the park
View through the trees
A viewpoint niche on the right.
Welcoming shade provided by the trees
Calpe view before entering the tunnel
The path approaches a shear wall of rock that is impassable to a hiker. Solution: A tunnel was dug to the far side where the summit slope is less severe
Steps up to to the tunnel
Looking back from the tunnel down the path leading to the steps.
Calpe from the tunnel
Calpe from the tunnel
Inside tunnel as it rises upwards to the far left side of the rock
The narrow dangerous path beyond the tunnel. With steep drops on one side.
Path beyond the tunnel before it continues from the left to the rear side of the rock
Interactive Photo of and Rope Handrail on Penyal d'Ifac
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Interactive Photo. of Summit of Penyal d'Ifac
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