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The Mirador de Orellán is a spectacular observation point located in the town of Orellán, in the municipality of Borrenes, León. This viewpoint offers stunning panoramic views of the cultural landscape of Las Médulas, an ancient Roman gold mining complex declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Near the viewpoint, you can visit the underground galleries that were part of the Roman gold mining system. Entry costs €3 and a helmet with headlamp is provided for the visit.

The Bar Tapería O Camiño Real is a charming place in Las Médulas, it is a recommended place to enjoy good food and a pleasant atmosphere. If you are nearby, don't hesitate to visit it! 😊

La Cuevona and La Encantada are two impressive places in Las Médulas, an area with a rich mining history and a unique landscape. The Cave: It is a gallery dug into the mountain, part of the ancient network of tunnels and galleries used in Roman mining exploitation. It has the highest height of all the existing galleries in Las Médulas. It is an important reference point for those exploring the Las Valiñas path. As you pass in front of La Cuevona, you will climb a small slope protected by a railing of wooden logs. The enchanted: It is also part of the old mining network. Upon arriving at La Encantada, you will be surprised by its unusual luminosity due to the entry of light from a hole at the top. There are two tunnels that branch off to the left and right, and from inside, you can see a beautiful landscape. Both caves are witnesses of Roman mining activity and offer a unique experience for visitors. I hope you enjoy exploring La Cuevona and La Encantada! 🏞️🚶‍♂️

La Cuevona: It is a gallery excavated in the mountain, part of the ancient network of tunnels and galleries used in Roman mining exploitation. It has the highest height of all the existing galleries in Las Médulas. It is an important reference point for those exploring the Las Valiñas path. As you pass in front of La Cuevona, you will climb a small slope protected by a railing of wooden logs. I hope you enjoy exploring La Cuevona! 🏞️🚶‍♂️

It is located near Las Médulas, an ancient Roman gold mine. You can get to the viewpoint through the Perimeter Path. It begins in the town of Las Médulas and follows the Senda de las Valiñas until you reach the Mirador de las Pedrices. From the viewpoint, you will enjoy impressive views of Las Médulas and the remains of the peaks. You will also be able to see the Campañana Reservoir and the town of Lago. I hope you have the opportunity to visit this beautiful place! 😊

The Orellán Gallery is an ancient underground water conduit that extends for about 100 meters. Its original function was to transport water from inside the mountain to burst it from within. The conduit ends at a viewpoint located in a vertical cut of the mountain, offering an impressive view. These galleries were part of the mining exploitation system known as Ruinae Montium. The Romans used these structures to extract minerals and natural resources. I hope you enjoy this historical and natural experience! 😊

Las Médulas are the result of the greed of the Roman Empire to extract every last gram of gold that the Leonese mountains contained. The Romans used the aggressive “ruina montium” method to extract gold for 250 years, creating a radical and surprising landscape. As you tour Las Médulas, you will discover caves, pinnacles, ravines and vertical slopes of a remarkable reddish color.

The Zufreiros del Frade are giant cork oaks that have lived for a long time. In the El Bierzo area, cork oaks are known as “zufreiros”, “zofreros” or “zufreros”, depending on the region. If you decide to visit this place, I hope you enjoy the experience surrounded by the majesty of the Zufreiros del Frade! 😊