Those familiar with the city of Alicante will know about what undoubtedly makes this tourist hotspot on the Costa Blanca even more unique: Serra Grossa.
Located near Monte Tossal and Benacantil, this small mountain, just over 150m in height, is perfect for any outdoor sport like cycling or hiking. But without a doubt, this geographical landmark is ideal for climbing to enjoy a one-of-a-kind view of Alicante.
If you’re a regular at sport climbing, the also-known-as Sierra de San Julián will feel straightforward to scale—but no less thrilling. It features around 50 climbable routes across its rocky walls and sectors, none exceeding 16m, all with grades ranging from 3a to 7b.
Serra Grossa is perfect for training, not to mention the spectacular views of the Alicante coast, bathed by the iconic Mediterranean. Don’t expect unparalleled climbing sections, though—while (somewhat) equipped, they lack many boulders, so top-rope climbing is your best bet. In fact, you might find the occasional crack that adrenaline junkies will love—and some even face the sea!
So if climbing is your thing and this mountain is your next goal, click here to discover all the sport climbing instructors in Alicante who’d be delighted to teach you the best tips for a perfect day scaling this rocky wonder. It’s worth it for its unique location and significance within Alicante’s capital—how the entire city has grown around Serra Grossa.
Add to your experiences and notch up a new adventure in your climbing journey. Experts can provide sketches of the climbing sections, but the real highlight is sharing the adventure with people who’ll show you the best of Sierra de San Julián.
