Peaks of Spain - Comunidad Valenciana

View from the top

Next up on our quest to summit the highest peak in every province of Spain: Alto de las Barracas (1,838 m), also called Cerro Calderón—the highest point in the Comunidad Valenciana. Nestled inside the stunning Sierra de Javalambre, this peak blends pine forests, remote trails, and peaceful highlands.

Finding the Trailhead with Muccamoon

We drove our motorhome to Puebla de San Miguel. This gave us easy access to the trailhead and a quiet overnight spot surrounded by nature.

The Trail Experience

The hike to Alto de las Barracas is mellow and beautiful. You start around 1,500 m, so the elevation gain is moderate, and the paths are wide and easy to follow. The forest is full of pine, juniper, and rosemary, making the air fresh and fragrant.

You won’t find technical climbs or cliffs here—just open skies and wide views over inland Valencia.

🥾 Distance: ~10 km round trip

⏱️ Time: 3–4 hours

📍 Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

🐾 Dog-friendly!

Reaching the Summit

The summit itself is marked with a stone cairn and a small post, a bit unassuming—but the feeling of being on the highest point in the whole Comunidad Valenciana makes it special. From the top, you get sweeping views toward the Sierra de Albarracín and even glimpses of the Mediterranean on a clear day.

Why We Loved This Hike

✔️ Easy access

✔️ Peaceful and uncrowded

✔️ Great for a half-day hike

✔️ Perfect motorhome-friendly route

Peak #3 – Check!

That’s our third summit in the bag! Alto de las Barracas might not have the drama of Mulhacén or the wild charm of Obispo, but its serene energy and easy accessibility made it one of our favorites so far.

We’ve now climbed the highest peaks in Andalucía, Murcia, and Comunidad Valenciana—and the Muccamoon motorhome hasn’t missed a beat.

Let us know if you’ve been to Alto de las Barracas or plan to! Drop us a comment or tag us on Instagram @mucca_moon when you’re out hiking—especially if your trailhead starts with four wheels and a solar-powered van like ours 😉