GR-7.1 Cruz Trail – Moratalla → Caravaca de la Cruz

Well-marked pilgrim variant that leaves Moratalla via the bridge over the Benamor River and runs through pine forests, rolling cereal fields, and small hamlets before reaching views of the Vera Cruz sanctuary-fortress in Caravaca. With no major elevation gain (≈150 m +), it is ideal from September to May; bring water, as there are no fountains along the way.