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Nature at Its Best: Gibraltar’s Wild Heart
Gibraltar’s natural beauty flourishes throughout the Gibraltar Nature Reserve, a protected natural haven where an abundance of wildlife can be seen, including Barbary macaques, wild tailless monkeys, exotic flora and fauna, alongside exceptional birdlife, all set against the backdrop of the dramatic limestone Rock. Wander the Skywalk, a glass-bottomed viewing platform suspended 340 meters above sea level, and along the Thrill Seekers Trail bordered by Gibraltar’s candytuft and sea lavender.
The Windsor Suspension Bridge, part of the Thrillseekers Trail, spans 70 metres across a gorge, offering amazing views of the Strait.
Did you know? Gibraltar’s rewilding project aims to reintroduce native species, such as the Iberian lynx. From the Apes’ Den to O’Hara’s Battery, every path reveals a story etched in the Rock’s history, flora, and fauna
Windsor Suspension Bridge: Sky-High Thrills
Designed for adventurers, the Windsor Suspension Bridge anchors Gibraltar’s Upper Rock as a daredevil’s paradise. Built in 2016, this steel-and-wood structure sways gently above jagged cliffs, framing vistas of Morocco’s coastline across the Straits. Pair it with the Mediterranean Steps for a full-day hike ending at the Rock’s summit. Local guides often share tales of its construction, a feat blending modern engineering with ancient geology. Pro tip: Visit at sunset when the bridge glows amber, and the macaques retreat to their dens.
History Alive: Fortresses & Secrets
Gibraltar’s past beats from within the limestone Rock. Explore the World War II Tunnels, a labyrinth carved by British soldiers, or stand beneath Moorish Castle’s battlements, a testament to its Moorish past. The City Under Siege Exhibition unveils how locals endured the Great Siege (1779–1783), while Europa Point’s lighthouse at its southernmost point—operational since 1841—guards ships entering the Mediterranean. Fun fact: The Rock’s underground network stretches over 50 kilometres. Northern defences, like the 16th-century Charles V Wall, merge preservation with innovation.
Mediterranean Steps: Hike Through Time
The Mediterranean Steps, a steep ascent from Jew’s Gate to O’Hara’s Battery, wind through Gibraltar’s ecological mosaic. Wild olive trees and dwarf fan palms line the path, while peregrine falcons circle overhead. At the peak, Europe’s southernmost cannon once guarded against naval invasions. Hikers often spot migratory birds—Gibraltar lies on the African-Eurasian flyway. Post-climb, refuel with calentita, a chickpea flatbread sold at street stalls since the 1700s.
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Gibraltar House, 150 Strand, WC2R 1JA, London, United Kingdom
Tel+44 207836 0777
Emailinfo.london@gibraltar.gov.gi
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