Astronomy trekking route in Chulilla in the province of Valencia
Highlights
- Walk along nocturnal trails on a circular route through the Chulilla mountain range.
- Learn astronomy with an expert guide and observe the sky with a telescope.
- Enjoy one of the best skies in Spain, free of light pollution.
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Full description
When night falls, Chulilla reveals another of its wonders: the starry sky.
This hiking and astronomy experience takes you to discover the secrets of the firmament as you walk through the mountains of Valencia. You will climb to the top of La Muela on a comfortable, guided trail. At the top, a telescope observation session awaits you in one of the clearest skies in Spain.
Between 3 and 4 hours to enjoy the landscape and learn astronomy in the middle of nature.
What we will do
We will meet in the village of Chulilla, the starting point of this night route in the Serranía de Valencia. The guide will be waiting for us one hour before sunset.
We will start the walk at dusk, equipped with headlamps. We will walk along a comfortable path, gradually gaining altitude while the guide introduces us to the world of astronomy. The climb is unhurried, with stops to interpret the landscape and comment on curiosities.
Once at the top of La Muela, we will enjoy the views and the clear sky without light pollution: we will be in one of the best places in Spain to observe the sky! There we will set up the telescope and spend about an hour observing the sky, guided by an expert in astro-tourism and discovering why the area is ideal for stargazing.
This experience will teach us how to orientate ourselves at night and how to use a planisphere . There will also be time to have dinner under the stars before heading back, completing a circular route of about 4.5 km.
The total duration of the activity is between 3 and 4 hours.
Who it is aimed at
The activity can be done from the age of 6 and no experience is necessary.
Minors must have an authorisation signed by a legal guardian and must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
The activity is not recommended for people with mobility problems or recent injuries. We advise you to contact your doctor if you have any doubts about the suitability of the activity and to inform the guide of any pathology. You will receive the contact details in the booking confirmation email.
Other information
The activity can be done all year round and is confirmed with a minimum group of 4 people.
Important: when doing static activities in the mountains it is common to feel cold. It is essential to dress warmly to enjoy the experience.
A few days before the activity you will receive the exact location of the meeting point. The starting time may vary, as it depends on the sunset.
A transfer service is offered from Valencia, to be contracted directly with the organiser once the booking has been confirmed.
Free parking is available in the vicinity of the meeting point, but it is not possible to reach the area by public transport.
Recommended clothing
- Comfortable clothing (it is important to wear a coat appropriate to the time of year).
- Mountain shoes or trainers
Don't forget to bring
- Small backpack
- Water
- Something for dinner
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Chulilla, València
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed-date booking and the weather conditions are not suitable for safely carrying out the activity (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be fully refunded. The guide may offer you an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to accept or decline these proposals. If you cannot reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund!
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
