アランデのおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

symbolizes the arrival of the first ever pilgrim to Pola de Allande by Alfonso II the Chaste

Whether you're climbing up to Puerto del Palo or descending from it, it's worth stopping along the way to enjoy this inhospitable village, with some of its houses and hamlets uninhabited. It evokes a mix of emotions in me because the beauty of the place and its surroundings is indelible... as is the sadness of seeing these enclaves disappearing.

It's a town located in a spectacular location. Whenever I pass through here, I have the blessed feeling of being in a remote and wild place.

One of the great Asturian mountain passes, without a doubt. Generally unknown to the general public, it's rarely used in professional races. It has two clearly distinct slopes. The southern slope, which begins in Pola de Allande, is gentle and steady, along a road in good condition. It shares much of its climb with Puerto del Palo, which it turns off from just 3 km from the summit of Puerto de la Marta. The northern slope, which comes from Villayon, is uneven, with very tough sections and several rest stops and descents. It reminds me a lot of the Croix-de-Fer from Sant Jean de Maurienne, not because of the landscape, but because of the type of pass.

It's one of the major mountain passes in southwestern Asturias. It connects Pola de Allande with Berducedo. It's part of the northern variant of the Camino de Santiago. Highly recommended for its views, whether climbing its two slopes or from its summit.

A very old chapel. There's also a selfie spot here. 👍

Prepare for descent.

Spectacular climb, quite comfortable because it doesn't have steep ramps, but be careful, it goes up a steep slope.