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Scenic Route

Picos de Europa Grand Tour

Cangas de Onís → Potes
160 km
2-4 Days

About This Route

A dramatic circular driving route around the core of the 'Peaks of Europe'. This journey follows the spectacular Hermida Gorge and the N-621, one of Spain's most scenic paved roads. It provides access to the gateways of famous hikes (like the Cares Trail) and includes the legendary steep climb to the glacial Lakes of Covadonga. WARNING: The road to the lakes is very steep and restrictive; the main gorge roads are winding with vertical limestone walls. A world-class driving experience through raw, high-alpine landscape.

Points of Interest

Lakes of Covadonga

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Desfiladero de la Hermida

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Fuente Dé Cable Car

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Route Highlights

High AlpineGorgesSteepLakes

Route Information

Distance160 km
Est. Duration2-4 Days
StartCangas de Onís
EndPotes
Steep sections
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