Circular walk in the Andará Massif
Picos de Europa
A spectacular circular walk in the Eastern massif of the Picos with varied scenery; passing through farming land, beech forests and mountain slopes.
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 673 m
- Descent
- 673 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.1 km
- High Point
- 1.7 km
- Gradient
- 8˚
This very spectacular circular walk in the Eastern massif of the Picos starts at the Jito de Escarandi 4 kilometres from Sotres. The scenery is varied going through farming land, beech forests, mountain slopes and it also passes by the Andará refuge where refreshments are available (in high season). The walk makes use of old mining tracks and the navigation is easy.
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.