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Cerro del Hierro from Seville: Private Hike with Picnic in the Sierra Norte

A private hiking day from Seville into the Sierra Norte: the mining landscape of Cerro del Hierro, the Vía Verde greenway, the source of the Huéznar river and its waterfalls. About 7-8 km downhill, with picnic, water and private transport.

  • 7 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
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From €411 per person · min. 2 people

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Highlights

  • The karst and mining landscape of Cerro del Hierro, in Seville's Sierra Norte
  • A guided 7-8 km route, easy and downhill
  • The Sierra Norte Vía Verde greenway, through dehesa and Mediterranean woodland
  • The source of the Huéznar river and its waterfalls
  • Private transport from your accommodation, picnic and water included

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Our take

Cerro del Hierro is one of those places that surprises: a maze of rock reclaimed by nature after centuries of mining. The route then follows the Vía Verde to the source of the Huéznar, downhill and easy, and with private transport there's nothing to organise. It's expensive for two at €411 each, and still €217 a head with four. Worth it for families or friends after a day in nature outside Seville; if you have a car, you can do it on your own.

What's included

  • Private transport
  • Private hiking route
  • Picnic
  • Water

Not included

  • Other extras

Good to know

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes and suitable walking clothes

Things to keep in mind

  • Price per person with a minimum of 2 people per booking (max. 6)
  • The operator lists about 7 hours of activity; door to door from pickup to return it's about 9 hours
  • The route is easy and downhill, suitable for families

Meeting point

Pickup from your hotel or apartment in Seville

You're collected from your accommodation in Seville. There's a short stop on the way for coffee or the toilets.

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The experience

How the day works

You're picked up from your accommodation in Seville and, after a short coffee stop, reach the top of Cerro del Hierro in the Sierra Norte. Here the guide explains the mining landscape: an almost 'Martian' scene where nature has taken over the old mines worked by the English from the 19th century.

You then follow the Sierra Norte Vía Verde, an old railway line, through dehesa and Mediterranean woodland to the source of the Huéznar river. There's a picnic, a visit to the Huéznar waterfalls and, according to the operator, a lunch of local mountain food before heading back to Seville.

How it works

  • A route of about 7-8 km, easy and downhill.
  • Private transport, picnic and water included.
  • Price per person, minimum 2, maximum 6.

Who it's for

  • Families and groups wanting a day in nature near Seville.
  • Walkers who prefer gentle terrain.
  • Photographers: the Cerro del Hierro rock formations are very photogenic.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation with a full refund up to 24 hours before. No refund within 24 hours of the start.

Frequently asked questions

How much is it for two?
From €411 per person, €822 in total for two. For 4 people it's €868 in total, €217 each.
Is the route hard?
No. It's about 7-8 km, easy and downhill, and the operator rates it suitable for families and all ages.
What food is included?
A picnic and water. The operator also mentions a lunch of local mountain food before returning to Seville.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free of charge up to 24 hours before, with a full refund.

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