Get High in the Heat

It is hot! This morning at 9.30am the temperature in the shade had already reached 26 degrees C (79F) and the thermometer is still rising. But it's not too hot to go walking or mountain biking. All you need do is head for the high sierra where constant breezes and the natural cooling with altitude makes being outside still a pleasure.

Last week we were high up above Capileira on the slopes of Mulhacén (see photo) and there the air was fresh, water was flowing in all the ravines and there were even some snow pockets still. It was wonderful weather for walking  and a delight to be away from the heat for a few hours.

If you want to combine a relaxing holiday around the village and by the pool with some terrific walking, now is a good time to be here.