How to get to El Torcal de Antequera

El Paraje Natural Torcal de Antequera se encuentra en la provincia de Málaga, entre Antequera y Villanueva de la Concepción. Es conocido por sus singulares formaciones rocosas y sus rutas de senderismo.

Access to the Torcal Alto Visitor Centre is via a mountain road. Before you come, we recommend checking the directions and whether there are any restrictions on access for private vehicles.

How to get to El Torcal de Antequera by car

Road access is via the A-7075, at kilometer 41-42 of which there is a turnoff towards the Torcal Alto Visitor Centre.

From Antequera

It is the recommended option to get to the Torcal de Antequera.

1. Head from Antequera towards Villanueva de la Concepción.
2. Follow the A-7075 road.
3. At kilometer 41-42, take the signposted turnoff towards the Torcal Alto Visitor Center.
4. Continue along the mountain road to the upper car park, next to the visitor center, provided access is permitted.

From Malaga and the coast

You can also get there from the Malaga area via the A-45, taking the exit towards Casabermeja.

From there, continue along the A-7075 towards Villanueva de la Concepción. Once in this town, follow signs for Antequera until you find the turnoff for the Torcal Alto Visitor Centre.

It is a mountain route, so it is advisable to drive with caution.

Where to park in El Torcal de Antequera

The Torcal Alto Visitor Centre has an upper parking lot located next to the building and the start of the marked trails.

En días de gran afluencia, el aparcamiento puede completar su capacidad. Cuando se activa la restricción de acceso, los vehículos particulares deben estacionar en el aparcamiento inferior, situado junto a la carretera A-7075.

From there you can climb to Torcal Alto in two ways:

• By shuttle bus, with service between the lower and upper parking lots.
• On foot, along the Torcal Alto Ascent Route, also known as the Orange Route, approximately 3.7 km each way.

Check the updated information on access restrictions to Torcal Alto before organizing your visit.

How to get to El Torcal de Antequera without a car

Currently, there is no regular public transport line that goes directly to the Torcal de Antequera Natural Area.

If you don’t have your own vehicle or a rental car, you can consider these alternatives:

• Taxi from Antequera. Please check fares and return service conditions beforehand.
• Guided tour with transportation included. Some companies offer excursions to El Torcal with transportation from other points in the province, such as Visita Antequera or Málaga Activa Tours.

We recommend that you also arrange your return trip before starting your visit.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Uber, Cabify, and similar ride-hailing companies DO NOT OPERATE in El Torcal de Antequera. Therefore, you can hire these companies to get to El Torcal de Antequera, but there is no return service.

How to get to the Torcal Alto Visitor Center using GPS

To avoid confusion during the journey, we recommend you first go to Antequera and, once there, enter the Torcal Alto Visitor Centre or the Torcal de Antequera Natural Area as your destination.

Please note that the access road is winding and navigation directions do not guarantee that you will be able to reach the upper car park by car if there are traffic restrictions.

Frequently asked questions about how to get to El Torcal

Is it possible to get to El Torcal de Antequera by car?

Yes. There is an access road to the Torcal Alto Visitor Centre. However, during peak times, access to private vehicles may be temporarily restricted when the upper parking lot is full.

Do you have to pay to access the Torcal de Antequera?

Access to the natural area and the Visitor Center is free. Some services, such as the shuttle during access restrictions, and guided activities have their own cost.

Is there a public bus to El Torcal?

There is no regular public transport service to the natural area. You can check taxi options or tours that include transportation.

Is it possible to walk up from the lower parking lot?

Yes. The Torcal Alto Ascent Route is approximately 3.7 km each way. Before choosing this option, consider the elevation gain, the duration of the climb, and the weather conditions.

Where can I check the access restrictions?

Check our page on access restrictions to Torcal Alto to learn about access conditions and how the shuttle operates.

Do you need more information?

If you have any questions about how to get there or want to organize your visit, contact the Torcal Alto Visitor Centre.

• See the section “How to visit the Torcal de Antequera”
• Email: reservas@torcaldeantequera.com
• Telephone:: 0034 952 243 324 / 0034 683146594

Also check out our routes and guided tours to complete your experience in the Torcal de Antequera.