Sierra Espuña contains Murcia's largest pine forests, with three distinct species domanating (Aleppo pine-the most abundante- the ródeno and black). as well as being one of its most emblematic areas of outstanding natural beauty. Its modern verdure is due in large part to reforestation campaigns carried out towards the end of the 19th century by Murcian philanthropist Ricardo Codorníu, known by the nickname the Tree Apostle.
This diversity of environments hosting a rich and varied fauna. You will spot amounst the pine of the Espuña a varity of wild life including squirrel, wild boar, low goshawk, the royal owl. As you ascend, the air space is occupied mainly by the golden eagle. The Sierra Espuña Regional Park is one of the most emblematic spots in the interior Murcia, here are the most essential features of the rural culture where the traveler can find tranquility in diversity and contrasting environments and landscapes.
The districts bordering the area are Río Mula (Mula and Pliego) and Sierra Espuña (Alhama de Murcia, Totana, and Aledo). Mula and Pliego nestle between the Espuña and Ricote ranges and are places steeped in local tradition and culture, which, along with the area's scenery make them an ideal stopping place on inland routes in the region. Alhama de Murcia, Totana, and Aledo are all within easy reach of these wooded uplands, which naturally form part of the identity of the towns themselves.
The district is also known for its pottery manufacturing, and Totana is Spain's second most important area for pottery production. The district of Aledo has kept alive the tradition under the gaze of its Moorish watchtower and has dominated the valley since the days when it bore witness to skirmishes between Christians and Moors.
In Sierra Espuña is distinctly Mediterranean climate, with an average annual temperature of 13'8 º C and an average rainfall of 500 mm / yr.
Sports in nature in Sierra Espuña enjoyed a splendid framework: climbing in the Walls of Leyva, guidance, hiking and paragliding, allow access to all visitors to some sports in which the medium is going to rediscovering as they walk trails, slopes and valleys.
