Maigmó Snow Well – Alicante Balcony loop from el Maigmó

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Maigmó Snow Well – Alicante Balcony loop from el Maigmó

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Maigmó Snow Well – Alicante Balcony loop from el Maigmó

02:58

8.56km

410m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

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1.02 km

Maigmó Snow Well

Highlight • Monument

Snow pits were used to store snow in winter, which was then sold in summer to the nearest towns.
Snow was used to preserve food, soft drinks, and for medicinal …

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2.25 km

Alicante Balcony

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Honoring its name, from the balcony you will have the best views of the city of Alicante and the beautiful beaches of the Costa Blanca. A unique and ideal place, …

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3.81 km

Ascent of Maigmó from the North Side

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Good hiking boots, plenty of water and food. Early start at 8.00 am in the shade and start the climb from the top 1296mtr back via the south side through …

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4.09 km

Coll d'Eixau

Mountain Pass

5.32 km

Alt de Guixop

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With its top at 1250 meters above sea level, you will have a challenge with amazing views! Getting there requires great physical effort, especially if you link it with the …

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5.33 km

Mountain Landscape View

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8.56 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.13 km

2.68 km

1.07 km

687 m

Surfaces

4.13 km

3.55 km

887 m

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Weather

Sunday 11 October

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Comments

January 29, 2022,Ruta Balcón de Alicante, el Maigmó y Maigmonet

Note for 'copycat':
The first part is more mountaineering than hiking. Especially the descent from 'el Maigmó' is not easy. The path marking is poor, it goes steeply down over bare rock and loose scree. Recommend light gloves for protection. To be on the safe side, do not descend alone.

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