Malaga’s Caminito del Rey adds Spain’s longest hanging bridge for thrilling new adventure

Daredevil visitors to the iconic Malaga Province walkway, the Caminito del Rey, are in for a vertiginous treat as Spain’s longest hanging bridge.

A new 110-metre structure dares walkers more on famous route

Diputación de Malaga officials will open the jaw-dropping 110-metre hanging bridge on June 9 ahead of public access the following day. Hung just before the historic iron railway bridge and El Chorro tunnel, this addition will make the world-famous trail even more exciting while delivering an unforgettable highlight for walkers with a head for heights.

Nearly 330,000 people flock to the site each year, and this latest feature promises to draw even more attention to the destination. Since reopening in March 2015, over 3.2 million adventurers have made the journey, making it one of the most popular draws in the province.

⛰ El nuevo #puente colgante del @CaminitoDelRey_, de 110 metros de largo, se abre al público el miércoles 10 de junio.

🗣 @Francissalado destaca que la pasarela, la más larga de España de estas características, ofrecerá más atractivo al recorrido.

🔗 https://t.co/1GsMmhuYMN pic.twitter.com/dxqdaZec5M

— Diputación de Málaga (@diputacionMLG) June 2, 2026

Details of the €1.5 million project

The management of the trail has invested €1.5 million in the development, using funds generated directly by the Caminito del Rey itself. The bridge reaches a maximum height of 50 metres with a clear walkway width of 1.2 metres. Builders used a metallic Tramex deck supported by steel cables and mesh for the railings.

The entire structure weighs around 17 tonnes, while the full intervention totals approximately 38 tonnes. Work also created 300 metres of extra pathway and installed safety railings, fibre optic cabling, surveillance cameras, and a control cabin. Environmental measures include forest treatments, new plantings, and irrigation systems across the area.

Safety improvements and alternative routes

Planners followed expert recommendations from geological studies conducted by the universities of Granada and Jaen. This new option allows walkers to bypass nearly one kilometre of steeper descent in the final section, although the original path remains available for those who don’t dare go for the bridge crossing.

Strong economic boost for surrounding communities

Activity has grown massively in nearby towns, including Alora, Antequera, Ardales, Campillos, Carratraca, and Valle de Abdalajis. Since 2015, the site has helped create 685 direct and indirect jobs. Economic impact reached €64.1 million in 2024, showing continued upward momentum.

Accommodation options have expanded dramatically from 210 establishments in 2015 to 893 today, while available beds doubled from 4,204 to 8,160. Research from Turismo y Planificación Costa del Sol reveals that almost one in four visitors stays overnight in these local towns. More than half come from abroad, with strong numbers also arriving from other Spanish regions.

Average stays last 3.1 days, with daily spending around €91.22. Most people visit in couples, though groups of friends and families also feature prominently.

Commitment to sustainable development

Local politicians describe this project as an excellent example of careful growth that respects the natural surroundings. All improvements have prioritised protection of this special landscape, making sure that future generations can continue enjoying it.

This latest addition makes the Caminito del Rey a number one destination for those seeking adventure in the south of Spain.