The Top 6 Mountain Passes in Palencia
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Palencia and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: November 27, 2025
Piedrasluengas Viewpoint
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The Piedrasluengas viewpoint is a perfect place to reach by bike. Located in the heart of the Cantabrian Mountains, in the Fuentes Carrionas and Fuente Cobre-Montaña de Palencia Natural Park, …
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Alto de La Varga Viewpoint
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Spectacular views over the surrounding landscape of the Palencia mountains, the Mirador Alto de La Varga is a must stop, if only to catch your breath after the long climb.
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Mirador del Portillo de Carro
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Mirador del Portillo de Carro is one of several large viewpoints along the Senda del Oso. There are signs to help you identify the surrounding mountains and great views.
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Collado del Ves
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The meadow of the Collado del Ves is the natural connection between the Cardaños Valley, with its crown of great peaks, and the solitary and isolated mountain cirques where the …
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Ascent to Bonito Portillo (MTB section)
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This stretch to Bonito Portillo offers spectacular views from the pass next to the Peña del Sol crest. An incredible place.
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Alto de La Varga Viewpoint
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Great views from 1413 meters above sea level of the Sierra Palentina. Take a break and take a photo of two.
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