The Costa del Sol coastline attracts with the beauty of its beaches and the Mediterranean blue from the sea, and with the upland landscape of the Baetic Mountains from the land. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to admire such a view from a bird’s eye view?
Teleférico Benalmádena is a popular cable car in Benalmádena, near Malaga. It was opened in 2000, and the ride to the top of Calamorro is just the beginning of the whole attraction.
The Teleférico Benalmádena station is located outside the strict city center, but you can easily get there by following the signs informing about the attraction. Up to four people can enter one car. The gondola travels a 3-kilometer route to a height of 769 meters, which is the peak of the Sierra de Mijas mountain range.
When reaching the top, we have three trekking trails to choose from, at the ends of which surprises await you. Each trail ends with a viewpoint facing in a different direction. Thanks to this, we can see the panorama of the Sierra Nevada with its snowy peaks, the famous Peñón de Gibraltar, or the Rock of Gibraltar, and with good visibility even the coast of Africa!
For avid cyclists, it may be useful information that for an additional fee you can take a bicycle to the top. At the upper station we will find tables to have a picnic and a cafe with snacks.
Hotels near the Teleférico Benalmádena
💰 Hotel Betania – A budget-friendly hotel a few minutes from Parque de la Paloma and about 10 minutes from Selwo Marina.
🏨 MedPlaya Hotel Bali – A comfortable hotel in Benalmádena Costa, a few minutes’ walk from Selwo Marina and Parque de la Paloma.
💎 Vincci Selección Aleysa – A five-star beachfront hotel in Benalmádena, close to Selwo Marina.
Teleférico Benalmádena and other attractions
An additional attraction of the Calamorro peak is the Valley of the Eagles (Valle de las Aguilas), where twice a day there are shows of birds of prey in their natural environment. We will see here the white-tailed eagle, buzzard or hawks. The shows are free and are held in two languages – English and Spanish.
In the summer, there are also shows and open to the public training of purebred Spanish horses, which are extremely popular and valued not only in Europe, but also around the world. During the event, training is presented in accordance with Andalusian methods and standards developed by equestrian experts!
Practical info
- It is best to buy tickets to Teleferico Benalmadena in advance. You will then avoid standing in line and you will avoid the risk that all tickets have been sold out.
- Address: 29630 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain
- Buy tickets on GetYourGuide
Hotels near the Teleférico Benalmádena
The lower station of the Teleférico Benalmádena cable car is in Arroyo de la Miel, close to Paloma Park and the centre of Benalmádena Costa. Staying nearby gives you easy access to the cable car, with the beach and seafront promenade just a short distance away.
💰 Hotel Betania
A budget-friendly hotel a few minutes’ walk from Parque de la Paloma and about 10-15 minutes from the lower station of the Teleférico cable car. It’s a good option if you want simple, affordable accommodation close to Benalmádena’s main attractions.
🏨 MedPlaya Hotel Bali
A comfortable hotel in Benalmádena Costa, near Parque de la Paloma and a few minutes’ drive from the Teleférico cable car. Pools, spacious rooms and a good location make it a handy base for both sightseeing and a beach holiday.
💎 Vincci Selección Aleysa
A five-star boutique hotel with direct access to the beach. Elegant rooms, a spa with a hot tub and sauna, two pools overlooking the Mediterranean and a restaurant hosting dinner with a flamenco show every Tuesday.
