The most beautiful natural waterfalls near Valencia
Summer is one of the best seasons to visit Valencia. You can enjoy long days, sandy beaches, refreshing baths and countless outdoor activities. In addition, the province of Valencia hides great treasures among its mountains and valleys for those who want to experience a unique and immersive natural experience: the impressive natural waterfalls.
It is the perfect plan to do with your family, partner or friends, enjoying a walk and an aperitif in the middle of nature. Would you like to know the most important waterfalls in the province of Valencia? Read on, in this article we present a guide to the best waterfalls in Valencia to bathe in.
Bathe in the waterfalls near Valencia this summer
During the summer holidays in the capital of Turia, the beach is usually the preferred destination for relaxation. But it is also the busiest place on the Valencian coast. So what better way to escape the hustle and bustle than to travel to Valencia and discover the natural waterfalls in its surroundings?
Although we can’t guarantee that there won’t be any crowds, most of the waterfalls near Valencia have a limited capacity and it is possible to book through the official website of the town hall of each site. Many of these sites charge a small entrance fee to ensure maximum tranquillity and preserve the natural environment.
Surrounded by lush vegetation and rocky cliffs, these refreshing waterfalls will be your best ally in high temperatures. They are also one of the best options to enjoy with your children in the Valencian Community. Don’t miss these waterfalls this summer:
The Bercolón waterfall, a natural paradise near Valencia
The Bercolón waterfall, located in the town of Tuéjar, is one of the most beautiful natural wonders in the province of Valencia. It is characterised by a waterfall that cascades between the rock formations, creating a picturesque scene. Due to the lack of light in the small cave, the water tends to be very cold, ideal for very hot days.
To get to this natural space with its turquoise waters, you can follow an easy route that leads directly from Bercolón to the waterfall.
- Tuéjar, Valencia.
Turche Cave
In this incredible natural setting, on the outskirts of the town of Buñol, you will find one of the best waterfalls in the Valencia area for swimming, picnics and hiking. This 60-metre waterfall cascades down from a rock in the shape of an amphitheatre. Don't miss it!
- Buñol, Valencia
Anna waterfalls
The Anna Natural Park includes the Gorgo Gaspar, Los Vikingos and El Salto waterfalls, three waterfalls that are distributed along a route of about an hour and a half in the municipality of Anna. This tour offers a complete experience, combining natural beauty with the opportunity to explore the rich landscape of the region.
- Anna, Valencia.
Cuevas de las Palomas, waterfall a few minutes from Valencia
Do you want to escape the heat of Valencia this summer? Just 45 minutes from Valencia you will find an authentic natural area: Cueva de las Palomas, a space that combines waterfalls, natural pools of crystal clear water and a rich biodiversity of native flora and fauna. This natural complex is home to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Valencia, a 20-metre drop that forms part of the Juanes River.
- Yátova, Valencia.
Chorradores de Navarrés, waterfalls near Valencia
One hour from Valencia is this waterfall where you can bathe, a landscape of water and vegetation, ideal for preparing an excursion or a picnic with the family. It is a protected natural area that surprises all its visitors with its beauty and its very easy paths for the summer, ideal bathing areas to cool off from the Valencian heat and recreational areas.
- Navarres, Valencia.
Chella waterfall
The Chella waterfall is one of the most emblematic places in the Valencian Community, located on the Navarrés canal. Its impressive 25-metre-high waterfall is surrounded by an abundance of vegetation and footpaths. It is the perfect place for a refreshing swim this summer. To get to this waterfall, created by the waters of the river Sellent, you have to cross through the spectacular Parque Fuente de Chella, which has its own microclimate thanks to the wetlands and lush vegetation that surround it.
- Chella, Valencia.
Cascada Salto de la Novia (Jump of the Bride)
One hour from Valencia we find this impressive 60-metre waterfall, one of the most spectacular in the Valencian Community. The Brazal waterfall, more popularly known as the Salto de la Novia, after a famous local legend in which newlyweds had to jump and if they succeeded, it was believed that the marriage would be fruitful. On the contrary, it was believed that the marriage wouldn’t last long.
- Navajas, Castellón.
All the waterfalls in Valencia to bathe in
Valencia offers endless opportunities for outdoor leisure and tourism, whatever the time of the year. If you are thinking of coming to Valencia and are looking for something to do with the whole family in the summer, we invite you to discover the most beautiful natural waterfalls in the Valencian Community, a summer alternative to the water parks near Valencia, to escape the heat and be surrounded by nature.
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