Asturias Natural Parks Walking Tour

Asturias Natural Parks Walking Tour

Day 1 Arrival

Your walking tour begins in the peaceful town of Grado, where you’ll settle into your first accommodations and become pleasantly acquainted with rural Asturian hospitality, known for its warmth and charm.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Grado
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 Discover the Valley of Grado

Your first day of walking will introduce you to the beauty of the Asturian countryside as you explore the scenic valley of Grado. The valley, steeped in over one thousand years of history, is where the Camino Primitivo pilgrimage route unfolds, bound for Santiago de Compostela.

Walking through peaceful countryside and surrounded by farmland, you’ll pass a number of abandoned villages along the route, which are quite fascinating.

At the 8km mark, you’ll have two options to finish today’s walk.

Option 1: Embark on a thrilling hike through the Sierra de Cuota

Option 2: Continue along quiet country lanes until you reach the village of Vallonga, where a taxi back to your hotel can be arranged.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Grado
Distance: Option 1: 6 hours, 14.5km, 515m of ascent, 665m of descent
Option 2: 6 hours, 15.5km, 350m of ascent, 385m of descent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner

Day 3 A Choice of Walking Routes to Proaza

Today you’ll have a choice of two walking routes.

Option 1:
This route unfolds on mostly quiet country lanes as you make your way from Sama de Grado to Proaza. A short ascent up to the Sierra de Buanga will be the most challenging part of the route, but rest assured the sweeping views of the surrounding mountain ranges will make it well worth your while. The final part of the route will have you following the Senda del Oso, a famous cycling route that will lead you to your pleasant accommodations in Proaza, where you can enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Option 2:
This route will take you through the spectacular Xana Gorge, leading you through the villages of Pedroveya and Dosango. On the final portion of the route, you’ll join the well-known Senda del Oso, a famous cycling route that will lead you to your accommodations in Proaza.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Proaza
Distance: Option 1: 6 hours, 15km, 575m of ascent, 575m of descent
Option 2: 6 hours, 13.5km, 500m of ascent, 500m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 Bandujo and Caldoveiro Peak

Following breakfast, a taxi transfer will take you to today’s trailhead in the charming medieval village of Bandujo. From here you’ll ascend the Caldoveiro Peak (1357m/4452ft), unlocking mesmerizing views of the surrounded area.

This afternoon, a transfer will take you from Santa Ana hermitage to your hotel in Teverga.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Teverga
Distance: 5 hours, 15.5km, 325m of ascent, 350m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 Walk The Camín Real de la Mesa

This morning a transfer will take you to the San Lorenzo Pass (1345m/4412ft), where you’ll then pick up the Camín Real de la Mesa and enjoy a scenic walk on the historic pre-Roman trail.

For those looking to shorten the walk to 14km, an optional pick-up can be arranged in the village of Urria. For those wanting to complete the entire route, you’ll be picked up at Santa Ana Chapel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Teverga
Distance: 6 hours, 19km, 200m of ascent, 650m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 Explore Ubiñas-La Mesa Natural Park and Somiedo Natural Park

Today’s route may just be the most spectacular in terms of scenery, but you’ll have to be the judge of that. In addition to the natural scenery, you might also be lucky enough to spot the Cantabrian brown bear, common in this area, so be sure to keep a lookout!

Back on the Camín Real de la Mesa, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the natural parks unfolding in the distance, a sight that’s sure to impress. You’ll continue the route along a ridge before descending toward Arbellales into the Valle del Lago, marking your arrival at Somiedo Natural Park.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Valle de Lago
Distance: 6.5 hours, 15km, 700m of ascent, 800m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 A Choice of Walking Routes in Somiedo Natural Park

Today you’ll enjoy a choice of circular walks within Somiedo Natural Park.

Option 1:
A delightful route that leads to the Lago del Valle, a pristine lake surrounded by dramatic natural beauty in all directions.

Option 2:
This route leads hikers along a path to the Peña Salgada Peak (1945m/6381ft), bringing many other prominent mountains in the area into full view along the way.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Valle de Lago
Distance: Option 1: 6.5 hours, 15.5km, 650m of ascent 650m of descent
Option 2: 6 hours, 14km, 600m of ascent, 600m of descent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 Short Walk and Departure

Following breakfast, the Asturias Natural Parks Walking Tour will come to an end. You’ll have the option of a short walk to Pola de Somiedo where you can then catch the bus to Teverga to depart.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast