Updated November 2026
It was once called the most dangerous path in the world, but that was the old crumbling ledge. Since the restoration in 2015 the Caminito del Rey is a fenced wooden walkway that most reasonably fit people can manage.
How much fitness do you need?
The route is about 7.7 km: around 4.8 km of access paths and 2.9 km of boardwalk. It is mostly flat or gently downhill, with some steps, and takes three to four hours. If you can walk for that long at an easy pace, you can do it. There is no way to leave the route part-way, so be sure before you start.
Is it scary if you have vertigo?
Parts of the walkway are around 100 metres above the river, and the hanging bridge moves slightly and lets you see down. The railing is solid and there is always rock on one side, so many people with a mild fear of heights are fine. If you have strong vertigo, the bridge at the end is the hardest moment.
Can children do it?
The minimum age is 8. Under-18s must be with an adult. Think about whether your child can walk for three hours without shortcuts.
Who should think twice?
- People with severe vertigo.
- Anyone with limited mobility: the route has steps and is not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
- Anyone who struggles in heat, in the summer months.
Going with a guide can help if you are nervous: see our guided tours.
