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The Top 20 Peaks around Merindades

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Merindades is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20

to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Merindades for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

Castro Valnera Summit

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Castro Valnera is a beautiful, formidable mountain with its 1,718 meters. It is the highest in the eastern sector of the Cantabrian mountain range.

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Views of Pico del Fraile

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This rocky peak is vertical on all its flanks, which makes it necessary to use leather straps during the ascent. It was first climbed in 1924 by Ángel Sopeña, precursor …

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Zalama Summit

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Zalama is a mountain 1343 meters high. A few meters from the top there is a stone monolith where you can read: "Merindad de Montija, year 1886". At this point …

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Pico de la Miel

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One of the first peaks with beautiful views if you are doing the Lunada to Castro Valnera trail. Here you will have the first panoramic views, go carefully and firmly because the path is narrow.

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Txarlazo

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Emblematic place with the homonymous hermitage. The views are really impressive.

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Burgüeno Summit

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This is one of the highest mountains of the Montes de Orduente on its western side and offers good views of all the lands that are on both sides of the mountain range.

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Humion

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With its 1,437 meters, it is the highest of the Obarense mountains, and a true delight for the eyes. With a mailbox and a huge cross, you can't miss it!

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Picón Blanco Summit and Abandoned Military Base

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Hard port compared to its neighbors in the valley. Long slopes greater than 10%

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Castro Grande Summit

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A pity the antennas, but for the rest, the panorama is to take away the hiccups. The metallic figure of the rocky spur that can be seen from the top is curious.

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Esquina de Rubén Viewpoint

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A great viewpoint to see the entire cliff and the valley. And it is also the top of Mount Santiago.

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