ポサダデバルデオンの峠・トップ20

After rain the downhill (opposite dierction) can be somewhat challenging with steep rocky and muddy sections. I rode it on a gravel bike with 50 mm tires. Not too technical, but you need to watch out.

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The Alto de Ortiguero or Alto de las Estazadas is a mountain pass located in Asturias, in the eastern part of Asturias, close to the Picos de Europa. It has two main slopes, the east and the west, and is a classic climb in the region. Main characteristics according to different routes: • From Carreña, the climb is approximately 4.7 km with a vertical drop of 249 meters. • Via Onís, the climb is 5.5 km with a vertical drop of 184 meters and an average gradient of 3.36%. • Another version indicates a climb of 3.3 km with an average gradient of approximately 6.3%, classified as category 3.

One of the most beautiful ports in the heart of the Picos de Europa in the province of León. Gentle climbs through forests with several viewpoints to the peaks.

The Panderrueda pass is one of the most spectacular mountain passes in the Picos de Europa national park. During the ascent and also when crowning it, you can get impressive views of the summits of the western and central massif of the Picos de Europa. From the Caín de Valdeón slope it has a length of 18.9 kilometers and a positive slope of 1015 meters is overcome with an average slope of 5.37%.

Great starting point for a tour to Picu Urriellu

With the gravel bike and/or luggage go slowly. Take your time to walk your bike on the steepest sections (15% +), views are amazing. Because of the loose rocks your wheel will slip sometimes.

Right at the start, after about 10-15 minutes of hiking, you'll be rewarded with a breathtaking view of Pico Urriellu. Be aware that it can be very windy at times.