Chulilla Hanging Bridges Hike: Suspension Bridges & Canyon

Chulilla's Hanging Bridges let you cross two suspension spans over the canyon instead of just looking down from the rim.

A day trip from Valencia to Chulilla combines a 2-hour hike across two scenic suspension bridges over the canyon with free time in the village and optional swimming in natural pools (May–September). The tour runs with a local guide in a small group of up to 8 travelers or as a private tour. Morning and afternoon departures (May–September) reverse the order of activities, while winter runs a single 9:30 AM departure with extended village time. Accident insurance, an air-conditioned vehicle, and all fees are included.

The experience

Chulilla sits in the Turia Canyon, a dramatic landscape most Valencia visitors never reach. The day centers on the Hanging Bridges trail: two suspension bridges strung 5 to 15 meters above the canyon floor, with cliffs and natural rock formations framing every step. Your guide, a local who knows the route, leads you through over 100 steps and natural terrain at a relaxed pace. The hike itself takes about 2 hours. You'll see the flora and fauna of the canyon as you move through it, not from a distance.

After the hike, you get free time in Chulilla itself, a whitewashed village built into the mountainside. From May through September, the tour includes a swim in natural pools: the morning departure hikes first then swims, while the afternoon departure reverses the order and ends at sunset in the village. October through April runs a single 9:30 AM departure with more time to wander Chulilla. An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from Valencia and brings you back. The whole day runs 7 hours.

The route is natural trail, not paved, and the 100+ steps mean you need comfortable hiking shoes and a basic level of fitness. Bring water, a hat and sunscreen on hot days. A swimsuit and towel if you're going in the pools (water shoes help on the rocks but are optional). The bridges are not especially high, though anyone with severe vertigo should know they're open-sided. Groups stay under 8 travelers, or you can book the tour privately for your own group.

What’s included

• Accident insurance.
• local hiking guide in English or Spanish.
• air-conditioned vehicle pickup and return from Valencia.
• all fees and taxes.
• professional photos from the hike.

Options for this experience

2 options

Small group.Guide in English or Spanish · 08:00 and 09:30Shared group

Private tour.Guide in English or Spanish · 08:00 and 09:30Tour for a private group

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDepartures at 08:00 and 09:30

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AgesAdult (16 to 75 years) · Youth (11 to 15 years) · Child (5 to 10 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Beyond Valencia Trips

Is this one for you?The small group size (up to 8) keeps the pace flexible and personal without the logistics of arranging your own transport and guide. If you prefer a fully private experience, the private tour option removes the group entirely and lets you set the rhythm.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 15 years); Child (5 to 10 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly are the Hanging Bridges in Chulilla?

The Hanging Bridges are two suspension bridges suspended 5 to 15 meters above the canyon floor along the main hiking trail. They're open-sided, so you cross them with canyon views on both sides. They're designed to be safe but may feel exposed if you have a fear of heights.

Can I swim in the natural pools on every departure?

Swimming is included only from May through September. Both the 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM departures in those months feature a dip in the pools. The morning departure swims after the hike, while the afternoon departure swims first. From October through April, there is no swimming. The single 9:30 AM departure focuses on the hike and village time instead.

How difficult is the Hanging Bridges hike?

The hike takes about 2 hours at a relaxed pace and is suitable for most travelers with a basic level of fitness. The trail includes over 100 natural steps and uneven terrain, so proper hiking shoes are essential. It's not recommended for people with poor cardiovascular health, severe knee problems, or reduced mobility.

What's included in the price, and what should I bring?

The tour includes accident insurance, a local hiking guide, an air-conditioned vehicle from Valencia, all fees and taxes, and photos. Bring your own packed food, plenty of water, comfortable hiking shoes, a hat and sunscreen. If you're swimming (May–September), bring a swimsuit and towel. Water shoes are optional but helpful on the rocks.

Can I book this as a private tour, or does it have to be a small group?

You can choose between a small group (maximum 8 travelers) or a private tour tailored to your own group. Both options are led by a local guide in English or Spanish and follow the same route and activities.