ペニャルビアの峠・トップ5

Connecting two slopes on the hillside, a steep rocky path leads up and down the rocky slope. This offers fascinating views of the village of Sotres below in the high valley and the surrounding mountains. The view extends beyond the village down into the valley of the Rio Duje with its winter Alps. Behind it rise the rocky mountains of the Picos de Europa. In spring, the views are even more magnificent due to the blossoming flowers. The mighty golden-yellow broom bushes, in particular, illuminate the rocky slopes.

This is one of the most beautiful climbs in the area. 26.5 kilometers at an average gradient of 5%, with a total of 1,300 meters of elevation gain. Smooth, with good pavement and spectacular views.

Great views of the surrounding mountains

The section between Linares and La Hermida will be a great surprise. It is a winding mountain road that will leave you with tired legs and a feeling of joy at being able to enjoy such unparalleled views. On the way down, I suggest you visit the Romanesque church of Santa Juliana, right at the entrance to the town of Lafuente.

It has a length of almost 6 km, an altitude of 554 meters and an average slope of 5.62%.

Several paths that run through the Picos de Europa park intersect at this col and also offer beautiful views.

From Linares to La Hermida a great mountain road with many serpentines meanders down the mountain. Especially uphill, pleasant slope.

You can climb from Puentenansa, or from Puente Arrudo through the gorge to Quintanilla or also from La Hermida after climbing the Collado Hoz.