Route through the Tropical Valley
From Salobrena you can explore the Tropical Valley by car or bike and discover one of the Costa Tropical’s most distinctive farming areas, where cherimoyas, mangoes and avocados are grown thanks to the mild climate between sea and mountains. The route follows roads and tracks between estates and terraces, with recommended stops at viewpoints to admire the contrast between the coast and the sierras, and at local outlets or cooperatives where you can buy seasonal fruit directly from the grower. It is easy to organise as a half-day or full-day trip, adaptable to every pace and perfect for combining nature, local produce and scenery.
Route through the Tropical Valley
From Salobrena you can explore the Tropical Valley by car or bike and discover one of the Costa Tropical’s most distinctive farming areas, where cherimoyas, mangoes and avocados are grown thanks to the mild climate between sea and mountains. The route follows roads and tracks between estates and terraces, with recommended stops at viewpoints to admire the contrast between the coast and the sierras, and at local outlets or cooperatives where you can buy seasonal fruit directly from the grower. It is easy to organise as a half-day or full-day trip, adaptable to every pace and perfect for combining nature, local produce and scenery.
Tropical fruits
Granada’s Costa Tropical is one of the few places in Europe where the climate allows tropical fruit to be grown all year round. In Salobrena, this landscape is close at hand: green terraces of cherimoya, avocado, mango and banana trees make their way between ravines, irrigation channels and farm tracks, always with the Mediterranean in the background.
This tourist route through the Tropical Valley is perfect for discovering the area at an easy pace, with short stops to enjoy the viewpoints, the traditional architecture of the fertile plain and the contrast between coast and mountains.
Cherimoya Route
(recommended itinerary)
- Approximate distance: 40 km.
- Estimated duration: 2 h 30 min by car (excluding stops) or around 4 h by bike.
- Type: linear route with short detours to points of interest.
Departure from Salobrena. The route crosses the heart of cherimoya country, an iconic fruit of the valley. Along the way, stretches of fertile plain, farmhouses and hills alternate with panoramic views.
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Suggested stops
- El Conjuro and El Prado: the first plantations visible from the road, with wide views over the plain.
- Los Tablones: an agricultural area with a strong presence of subtropical orchards.
- The Park (Lobres): a practical stop for a break and to connect with the Lobres area.
- La Usina: an area linked to the valley’s agricultural and industrial history.
Tips to enjoy it
- Best time: all year round; in summer, go early in the day or at sunset.
- If you go by bike, take enough water and check your brakes: the gradients are gentle but constant.
- Round off the visit with a food stop: cherimoya season (autumn-winter) and avocado/mango depending on the harvest.