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Circular Peña Santa - Picos de Europa - ETAPA 2

Picos de Europa

Espectacular travesía por el corazón de Picos de Europa

Also in León, Spain

Hiking Difficult

Distance
9.1 km
Ascent
897 m
Descent
829 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
1.4 km
High Point
2.1 km
Gradient
19˚
Circular Peña Santa - Picos de Europa - ETAPA 2 Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and October. From a low point of 1.4 km to the maximum altitude of 2.1 km, the route covers 9.1 km, 897 vertical metres of ascent and 829 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Travesía desde la Majada de Mesones por la vertiente norte de Peña Santa hasta el refugio de Vega Redonda donde haremos noche en sus inmediaciones.

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between June and October

Features

  • Alpine
  • Picturesque
  • Dog friendly