Estepona Schools to Explore Nature with New Hiking Programme

Estepona's youth are set to explore the town's natural beauty through a new School Hiking Programme, promoting outdoor activity and environmental respect

Estepona Town Hall has unveiled the 2026/2027 School Hiking Programme, a joint initiative from the Youth, Environment, and Sports departments. The programme is designed for local schools, aiming to encourage outdoor sports, connect young people with nature, and teach basic hiking skills while promoting respect and conservation of the environment. In the previous edition, over 2,500 schoolchildren between 7 and 18 years old took part.

The programme offers six routes, ranging from 4 to 9 kilometres. These are tailored to different ages and difficulty levels, exploring various natural spaces in Sierra Bermeja and the areas around Estepona's rivers. Activities take place during school hours, with municipal technicians and school educators providing accompaniment.

A new addition for this academic year is the official incorporation of the 'Pinsapo Integral' route. This particular trek is intended for students in the 3rd and 4th years of ESO and Bachillerato. Located on the northern face of Sierra Bermeja, the route spans 5.5 kilometres and features a positive elevation gain of 600 metres.

With this initiative, the Town Hall addresses the societal trend towards sedentary lifestyles, encouraging young people to engage in dynamic outdoor activities that offer views and contact with nature. The methodology applied in these routes focuses on strengthening participants' values, attitudes, and knowledge. Students are actively involved in the treks through various activities that combine sports and educational elements, always within a recreational framework where co-existence plays a primary role.