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Hiking trails through the middle of the mountain landscape

Picos de Europa

Across the Cantabrian coastal mountains

8 Days / 7 Nights
Mountain Hiking
Hiking trails through the middle of the mountain landscape

Experience Spain's oldest national park up close. The uniqueness of the Picos de Europa is its proximity to the sea: from the many viewing points, the view stretches from the green coast of the Cantabrian Sea to deep gorges and flowering meadows, blue glacial lakes and bizarre rock formations. Hiking is the best way to get to discover this pure natural beauty. In the traditional villages you can expect culinary delights and very special hospitality.

Wonderful mountain world
View of the hiking trail
Beautiful hiking trail through rocks
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The route begins in the beautiful mountain village of Arenas de Cabrales - over the course of six stages, you'll cover approximately 90 kilometers. Right from the start, you'll traverse the stunning Cares Gorge, experiencing your first scenic highlight. On day 3, you'll hike through the high valley of Caben Remona, with the option to either head to Espinama or embark on a spectacular high-altitude trail leading to Vega de Liordes.

The destination of the next stage is Sotres, the highest village in the region, before enjoying breathtaking views from the Pico de San Carlos at over 2,200 meters altitude on day 5. You'll then journey through the Dujer River Valley, across the Pandebano Pass, to the summit of Urriellu, and descend the following day - with plenty of photos captured on your camera, you'll then reach Poncebos!

  • Garganta del Cares: The visually captivating gorge of the Río Cares is characterized by towering cliffs and narrow tunnels. On hot days, you can enjoy a refreshing swim at some spots along the river.
  • The tranquil mountain village of Sotres: The small village nestled in the mountains has just over 100 inhabitants. The village's authenticity, combined with its magnificent views, exudes heavenly tranquility.
  • Special vegetation and animal species: The Picos de Europa is home to a variety of animal and plant species that are not commonly encountered. These include brown bears and the Iberian wolf - but don't worry, encounters with them are not anticipated on our route.

You should have prior experience in mountain hiking for your visit to the Cantabrian Coastal Mountain Range. The itinerary consists of six stages ranging from nine to 20 kilometers in length, during which you may have to ascend over 1,000 meters in elevation per day. Necessary transfers during the journey are included and are organized for you by the Eurohike team.

Spain has much more to offer than just sun, beach, and sea - the Iberian Peninsula and its accompanying islands make for a top-notch hiking destination. Whether it's Majorca, the Canary Islands, or the Spanish mainland, discover our diverse walking holidays in Spain.

Wonderful mountain world
View of the hiking trail
Beautiful hiking trail through rocks

Itinerary at a glance

The Picos de Europa are limestone mountain ranges with typical caves and rocky landscapes; the Torre de Cerredo is the highest elevation at 2,648 m. In the Cares Gorge "Garganta del Cares" you can hardly cease to be amazed.
Day
01

Arrival in Arenas de Cabrales

Short transfer then start hiking through the Cares Gorge, which separates the Massif Central from the Eastern Massif of the Picos de Europa. It surprises with its diverse flora and fauna. You hike through narrow gorges and always follow the water channel. You can take a refreshing bath in the Río Cares.

Today you start your tour to Liébana with an ascent on an old mule track. There, the idyllic high valley of Caben Remona awaits you. Here you choose whether you want to take the descent to Espinama or continue hiking on the unique high trail to Vega de Liordes. From there you take the descent to Fuente Dé, where a transfer will take you to your hotel where you spend the night.

Ascent to the Massif Central via the Aliva Pass. The trail takes you to Sotres over a long glacial moraine through the Duj river valley, the highest mountain village in the Picos de Europa. Here you will spend the night and discover breathtaking views of the mountains.

A short transfer takes you to the starting point of today's hike at 1,300 metres. You march through stony karst and crater landscapes up to an altitude of 2,215 metres and enjoy the fantastic panorama over the Cantabrian coast. The descent takes you back to Sotres.

Todays hike up into the central massif of the Picos to the Pico Urriellu, spectacular landscapes await you. You will hike through the valley of the Duje River across pastures to the Pandebano Pass. The trail leads you to the mountain hut Vega de Urriellu, surrounded by a magnificent rock and mountain landscape.

Enjoy the fascinating mountain scenery once more before you start the descent to Poncebos through a gorge. Alternatively, you can use a funicular railway. From Poncebos, take the bus to Arenas de Cabrales.

Day
08

Departure or extension

View of beautiful mountain panorama
View of the lake and grazing sheep

Difficulty level

Mountain Hiking

The mountain hiking tour leads along marked paths and trails. Individual stages require good general fitness and stamina, as there are sometimes steep ascents and descents. A bit of experience is required.

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Included

  • Accommodation 6x in 2**/3*** hotels; 1x comfortable cabin (dormitory)
  • Breakfast
  • 6 dinners
  • 2 luggage transfers (on day 2 to Sotres and day 7)
  • 3 transfers (day 2, day 3 and day 5)
  • Travel documents package incl. GPS-data and route book, 1x per room
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Luggage transfers on day 2 (to Valdeón instead of Sotres), day 3 and day 4, EUR 599 per booking. Reservation required, payable in advance.
  • Transfer bus stop Unquera - Arenas, costs EUR 89 per ride (max. 4 persons), reservation required, payable in advance.
  • Transfer Bilbao Airport - Arenas, costs EUR 385 per ride (max. 4 persons), reservation required, payable in advance

Arrival / Departure

  • Bus journey to Arenas de Cabrales from Oviedo in approx. 2.5 hours (1 change) or from Bilbao in approx. 6 hours (1 change). www.alsa.com.
  • Oviedo or Bilbao airport
  • Parking: free parking spaces at the hotel in Arenas de Cabrales for the duration of the tour.

Things to note

  • Bus from Poncebas to Arenas (Day 7), approx. EUR 2 per person.
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation 6x in 2**-3***hotels; 1x in comfortable cabin (dormitory).
  • Breakfast
  • 6 dinners
  • 2 Luggage transfers (on day 2 to Sotres and day 7)
  • 2 Transfers (day 2 und day 5)
  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Luggage transfers on day 2 (to Valdeón instead of Sotres), day 3 and day 4, EUR 585 per booking. Reservation required, payable in advance.
  • Transfer bus stop Unquera - Arenas, costs EUR 79 per ride (max. 4 persons), reservation required, payable in advance.
  • Transfer Bilbao Airport - Arenas, costs EUR 355 per ride (max. 4 persons), reservation required, payable in advance.

Arrival / Departure

  • Bus journey to Arenas de Cabrales from Oviedo in approx. 2.5 hours (1 change) or from Bilbao in approx. 6 hours (1 change). www.alsa.com.
  • Airport Oviedo or Bilbao
  • Parking: free parking spaces at the hotel in Arenas de Cabrales for the duration of the tour.

Things to note

  • Bus from Poncebas to Arenas (Day 7), approx. EUR 2 per person.
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.
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