What to do if it rains

Safety first

When it rains, the irregular pavements, the stairs and the slopes towards the hills become slippery. It is prudent to take extra care and avoid areas with uneven ground.

The port front and the viewpoints deliver less in bad weather; it is worth reducing them or leaving them for another day.

On a rainy day, the priority is to reduce time in the open and to avoid slippery surfaces. The port front and the viewpoints deliver less, so it is worth concentrating on the plan. It is also worth avoiding the hillside viewpoints, where wet ground and stairways increase the risk. If the rain is heavy, it may be better to postpone the visit.

Alternatives on the plan

The plan and the Barrio Puerto let you walk with more cover than the hills. The indoors, cafés and places of the area offer shelter between stretches.

If the bad weather drags on, it may be better to concentrate the visit on the square and its immediate surroundings and save the hills for a clear day.

The indoors of the plan — shops, arcades and businesses — offer shelter between stretches. If the weather improves, the route through the neighbourhood and the pier can be picked up again. If conditions ease later in the day, the outdoor route can be resumed without losing the plan. Local forecasts help you decide whether it is worth waiting.

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