Hiking in Gibraltar
Including Upper Rock Nature Reserve. On the map.
The vibe
Walking here feels like navigating a vertical limestone fortress where the Mediterranean and Atlantic collide beneath your boots. The spring months offer the most comfortable temperatures for tackling the steep, winding paths that climb toward the clouds. You will share the trails with locals out for their daily exercise and plenty of curious macaques, making it feel more like a communal backyard than a remote wilderness.
You need a standard entry ticket for the nature reserve.
Upper Rock Nature Reserve
Gibraltar
Gibraltar Nature Reserve — Wikidata / Wikimedia Commons
Explore dramatic limestone ridgelines and historical military tunnels perched high above the Mediterranean. Trails wind past the famous Barbary macaques, sweeping viewpoints overlooking Spain and Africa, and the impressive Mediterranean Steps.
Access. Accessible on foot from downtown Gibraltar or via the Cable Car up to the peak. A small entry fee applies to the Nature Reserve for visitors.
Notes. Steep inclines and warm weather; watch out for interactions with the wild macaques.