Lorraine Williamson
Anyone hoping to secure a slot on one of Spain’s most celebrated hiking routes will want to act fast. More than 125,000 Caminito del Rey tickets for spring 2026 go on sale this morning at 9.30 am, covering visits from 24 March to 28 June – a period that includes the peak of Semana Santa. Demand is expected to surge, as it has during every previous release.
The cliffside walkway in the Málaga interior has become one of Andalucia’s most distinctive outdoor attractions since its restoration a decade ago. Staff say previous sales saw more than 65% of places snapped up within twelve hours, reflecting the route’s reputation for dramatic scenery and thrilling heights. With crowds traditionally increasing during Easter week, early booking will again be key.
Ticket prices and booking options
The standard entry fee is €10, while guided visits cost €18. Slots are available for individual walkers, group visits, and travel agencies, giving both casual hikers and organised tours equal access to the new season. All bookings must be made through the official online platform.
Route upgrade: Spain’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge
One of the biggest draws of 2026 will be the debut of a striking new feature near the El Chorro end of the route – a 110-metre pedestrian suspension bridge, suspended roughly 50 metres above the gorge. Expected to become an instant landmark, it adds a fresh layer of drama to a path already famous for its vertiginous boardwalks.
A decade of transformation
The Caminito del Rey has welcomed more than three million visitors since reopening in 2015, following a major safety overhaul. Once notorious as one of the world’s most dangerous pathways, it has since become a benchmark for sustainable cultural tourism and careful heritage restoration in rural Andalucia.
Planning your visit
All tickets must be purchased in advance, and slots around Semana Santa typically sell out first. The trail is within easy reach of the Costa del Sol, Granada, and inland towns such as Ronda, making it a popular day trip that combines well with visits to the El Chorro Valley or nearby white villages.
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Looking ahead
With a record number of spring tickets and a new engineering attraction on the horizon, 2026 marks another milestone in the Caminito’s evolution. The coming season is set to bring a fresh wave of visitors eager to experience one of Andalucia’s most dramatic landscapes from a new vantage point.
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