Activities in Fortuna, Murcia
Although most people who visit Fortuna spend their days swimming and being pampered at the historic spa, those who live here know there's plenty of action just outside of town. There are three parks that offer a variety of landscapes and activities. And let's not forget the numerous Iberian and Roman archaeological sites on Fortuna's doorstep! And we'd also be remiss if we didn't mention that there are numerous golf courses and beaches less than 60 or so kilometres away.
Sierra de la Pila Regional Park
This 8836 hectare mountain park sits just north of Fortuna and hosts a wide variety of wildlife and 50 km of hiking trails. Birdlife is especially prolific and there are several areas within the park officially protected to care for certain species like the chova piquirroja (Pyrrhocorax pyrrhocorax).
During your walks through the carrasco pines and large oaks, you'll undoubtedly witness eagles, hawks and the odd owl hunting. Though they exist in the park, carnivorous animals like the wild cat, beech martin, tejón and geneta are notoriously hard to spot.
Humedal del Ajauque y Rambla Salada
The protected landscape of Humedal del Ajauque and Ramba Salada is another interesting park area that is worth exploring. Although the harsh conditions from the water's high salinity (the highest in Europe) has stunted most vegetation, there's plenty of wildlife around.
Like Sierra de la Pila, it has been officially protected as a bird habitat. Herons and ducks lurk in the channels, common kestrels sit on the shores and large eagles patrol the sky.
Parc Natural de Sierra Espuña
Just over an hour from Fortuna is this amazing park, with its limestone peaks, hiking trails, carrasco pine forests and remote mountain villages. Besides hiking, the park and surrounds offer mountain biking, rock climbing, fishing and kayaking. In the winter, you'll see its mountain precipices gleaming white with fresh snow.
Abanilla
This town is a stone's throw from Fortuna and offers four great walks through the surrounding hills and plateaus.
The fact that there's so much to do as well as see around Fortuna will only enhance your Spanish experience. It also increases the potential for holiday lets if you're simply looking for a property to invest in. Take a look at the quality properties currently available in Fortuna.
