The riverside landscape is part of the setting in Los Alejos: the Río Mundo crosses the built-up area over a large tufa formation. For planning your visit, you can also choose a circular route through the wooded surroundings, two natural summer pools and traditional January celebrations. You can shape your stay around a walk, a seasonal visit to the water or local customs.

Riverside Landscape and Natural Park

A wooden bridge connects the two parts of Los Alejos. The village is also one of the gateways to the Parque Natural de Los Calares del Mundo y de la Sima. The river through the built-up area and the natural park therefore provide two points of reference on different scales: a distinctive feature of the village and the wider natural area that Los Alejos serves as a gateway to.

The Circular Route from Los Alejos

The circular route combines a walk near the Río Mundo with the wooded surroundings. It is 6 km long and takes about two hours. Along the way, the route crosses a wooden bridge and then continues via La Solana. The riverside and woodland are both part of the route’s character; the bridge and La Solana provide clear waypoints. The Molinicos tourist office provides information about the signposted Los Alejos route.

Access to the River and Summer Swimming

You can start the route along the Río Mundo at the bus stop in Los Alejos. You can leave your vehicle there and then walk down to the river. This access involves a separate section on foot. There are also two natural pools on the Río Mundo near Los Alejos that are suitable for swimming in summer. The pools are suitable for swimming in summer; the circular route, by contrast, is defined by its course and duration.

Fishing on the Río Mundo

For anglers, the Río Mundo near Los Alejos is designated as the special fishing area CE-2; it is 7.9 km long. Seasonal fishing regulations can change, so check the current rules before fishing. Fishing offers another way to include the river in your visit, but it requires different preparation from a walk or summer swimming. The 7.9 km refers to the length of the fishing area; about two hours is the stated duration of the circular route. The figures therefore relate to different activities.

January Traditions

Traditional festivities in honour of San Antón take place in Los Alejos in January. The celebrations include the Lumbres, which are also lit in his honour. The seasonal contrast is clear: the pools are suitable for swimming in summer, while the festivities take place in January. The time of year can therefore help you choose between a visit focused on the water and one centred on local traditions.

Discover more destinations: Montealegre Del Castillo, Povedilla, Almansa, Villaverde De Guadalimar, Molinicos, El Morrión, Casas De Ves, Bienservida.

For the main travel overview: Albacete.