It would be difficult to find waterfalls in a beauty spot as unspoilt as this unless they were in some specially protected area. This being the case, it was decided to carry out an extensive programme for the preservation of the unique natural setting of the Algar Falls. With a view to reversing damage already done and to guaranteeing the rehabilitation and conservation of the area, all installation work and services are carried out fully respecting the environment.
The Algar is a kind of natural water park with authentic swimming pools in which to enjoy the crystal clear waters: the 'Baladre', the 'Presa', to name two of them, filled by springs whose waters flow directly from among the rocks. Paths follow the course of the river closely and are constantly flanked by the incomparable and characteristic vegetation of the area, such as reeds, bamboo, oleandas and so on.
one path takes you up through aromatic herbs to the 'Arboretum' a garden of natural spices, in which the most typical of Mediteranean spice plants are to be found. Next to this is the museum of the environment which houses a small collection of aromatic and medicinal herbs and the essence of oils and perfumes made from them. All these products are available for purchase.
At the top part of the valley above the bathing area, a wide open space has been prepared with all types of facilities such as barbecues, tables, benches, stored logs, toilets and showers.
A water museum is also planned which will have on display the various types of irrigation systems and appliances used for water distribution in the Valencian Community. ext to all of this is a large free car park.
There
are also several other attractions that have set up near the Algar Waterfalls
like the Railway Museum and the Algar Cactus co.