How to get there
Leave El Torno via the road to Cabezabellosa. About 200 metres above the junction, park near a fuel pump. From there, walk approximately 100 metres along the gorge and climb the steps to reach the bathing area.
Small natural pool in the Garganta del Lugar, accessed by steps in El Torno.
Municipality
El Torno
Suggested visit time
90 min
Access
Mixed
Small and peaceful natural swimming pool located in the Hoya de las Canales Gorge, also known as Garganta del Lugar, in the municipality of El Torno. Access is from the road leaving El Torno towards Cabezabellosa. About 200 metres above the junction there is a place to park near a fuel pump. From there visitors walk approximately 100 metres along the gorge and climb a short set of steps to reach the bathing area. The pool is usually suitable for swimming from June to September. There is no lifeguard service or bar facilities and pets are not allowed.
Address
El Torno, 10617
Leave El Torno via the road to Cabezabellosa. About 200 metres above the junction, park near a fuel pump. From there, walk approximately 100 metres along the gorge and climb the steps to reach the bathing area.
From June to September, the usual period when the bathing area is open.
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Resource access level
Wear suitable footwear for the path and steps. Recommended for those seeking a peaceful natural setting.
No lifeguard service. The access steps can be slippery. Pets are not allowed.