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Cares Gorge Tunnels (Ruta del Cares)

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Cares Gorge Tunnels (Ruta del Cares)

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Please check local regulations for: Parque Nacional de Picos de Europa

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    1. Tunnels along the Cares Gorge – Bridge loop from Posada de Valdeón

    7.56km

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    270m

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

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    April 13, 2025

    The Cares Route, which connects Poncebos in Asturias with Caín in León, is famous for its impressive tunnels and landscapes. This approximately 12-kilometer route crosses the Picos de Europa and follows the course of the Cares River.
    One of the most notable sections is the tunnel area, where you can find tunnels carved into the rock with side windows offering spectacular views of the gorge. These tunnels were built between 1915 and 1921 to facilitate the transportation of water for hydroelectric power. The current route, open since 1945, allows visitors to enjoy the natural beauty and historic engineering of the region.

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      August 10, 2023

      always walk on the wall

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        August 14, 2023

        Route from Cares Poncebos to Cain

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          Location: Posada De Valdeón, La Montaña De Riaño, León, Castile and León, Spain

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