The beginning of the Ruta del Cares. Possibly one of the busiest routes in all of Spain in summer. This does not detract from the charm of this incredible area. Perfect to do on foot in a stage or, as part of the Ring of Peaks.

Spectacular views and a history that captivates anyone.

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April 8, 2022

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The Cares route or path is a hiking route in northern Spain located in the Picos de Europa National Park —PR-PNPE 3 Short-Distance Path—, the busiest route in the entire Cantabrian Mountains.

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February 18, 2021

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Ruta del Cares is a beautiful gorge walk. The walk itself is not technical or difficult. Some parts do run along a steep abyss. With a mild form of fear of heights (I speak from experience) this is fine to do. The gorge offers truly fantastic views.

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1. Route of Cares from Poncebos to Caín

23.1km

07:28

990m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Senda Fluvial del Cares — circular in the Parque Nacional Picos de Europa

6.31km

02:02

250m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Start of the Ruta del Cares (Cares Route) – Through the stones loop from Estaciòn inferior Poncebos (Funicular de Bulnes)

10.9km

03:57

650m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 340 m

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Sunday 15 March

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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Location: Cabrales, Cangas De Onis, Asturias, Spain

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Chapel of Our Lady of the Snows

Cares Gorge (Garganta del Cares)

View of the Bulnes Valley

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Cares Gorge Bridge

View of the Picos de Europa Valley

Start of the Ruta del Cares (Cares Route)

1. Route of Cares from Poncebos to Caín

2. Senda Fluvial del Cares — circular in the Parque Nacional Picos de Europa

3. Start of the Ruta del Cares (Cares Route) – Through the stones loop from Estaciòn inferior Poncebos (Funicular de Bulnes)

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