GR 252 – Way of the Cross of Bajo Guadalentín

This Long-Distance Trail, spanning nearly 140 kilometers divided into 5 stages, stands as another artery of the "Caminos de la Cruz" (Ways of the Cross) leading to Caravaca de la Cruz, starting from the coast of Mazarrón and the Bajo Guadalentín region.
Its difficulty varies, with moderate sections and some, like the one crossing Sierra Espuña, demanding considerable physical effort, making it an attractive challenge for experienced hikers. The municipalities of Mula (via Zarzadilla de Mula), Bullas, Cehegín, and Caravaca de la Cruz are part of its extensive route.
The route is a mosaic of Murcian landscapes and ecosystems. It begins in a coastal environment, ascends towards the impressive formations of Sierra Espuña, a Regional Park of immense ecological value with dense forests and rugged terrain. In this mountain range, the trail offers spectacular panoramic views and the opportunity to connect with unspoiled nature. As it progresses, the GR 252 ventures inland, crossing river valleys such as the Pliego River and the Mula River, agricultural areas, and places of unique beauty.
Numerous points of interest adorn the path, inviting visitors. The route overlaps with sections of other greenways, such as the Mazarrón to La Pinilla Greenway and the Cartagena to Totana Greenway, and even converges with the Northwest Greenway in its final stretch towards Caravaca, facilitating the interconnection of routes. The trail passes through small villages and hamlets like El Berro, Gebas, or Zarzadilla de Mula, offering an immersion into Murcian rural life and culminating, like other Caminos de la Cruz, at the emblematic Sanctuary of the Vera Cruz, making this GR a complete experience of nature, culture, and spirituality.

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