The ridge is locally referred to as 'Sierra de San Julián'.
The area features remnants of the historical 'Mina de los Ingleses', where iron ore was once extracted.
The park provides one of the few remaining examples of native Mediterranean coastal scrubland within the Alicante metropolitan area.
During the Spanish Civil War, the slopes were utilized for defensive positions and anti-aircraft installations.
The geological composition is primarily Cretaceous limestone.
The trail system connects the Avinguda de Dénia area directly to the coastline near the Cala de Cantalar.
Botanical surveys have identified various xerophytic plant species adapted to the arid, rocky environment.
Serra Grossa is a coastal mountain ridge separating the city center of Alicante from the beaches of La Albufereta. The site is a protected natural area characterized by its rugged limestone terrain and distinct Mediterranean vegetation. A network of marked trails allows hikers to reach the peak, which sits at an elevation of approximately 172 meters above sea level. The ridge serves as a geological transition point between the urban sprawl and the Mediterranean coastline. Remnants of historical mining activity are visible along the slopes. The area provides panoramic views of the Alicante harbor, Santa Barbara Castle, and the surrounding coastline. It is a popular destination for urban trekking and trail running among local residents. The site is currently maintained as an open-access municipal environmental park.
The summit peak provides a 360-degree view that captures both the Alicante skyline and the curve of the Mediterranean coast.
Bring significantly more water than you expect to consume as there are no natural water sources or facilities on the trails.
Use trekking poles if you have them, as the path surfaces are often loose and steep in sections.
Start the ascent early to avoid the midday sun, as the path is almost entirely exposed with no natural shade.
Do not attempt the hike during the midday hours in summer, as heat exhaustion risk is high due to the lack of canopy cover.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe hiking footwear with good grip; do not remove any geological material from the park.
