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Hikes in León

Castile and Leon,Spain

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Discover the wonderful hiking trails in Provinz León, ideal for adventurers and nature lovers. Explore breathtaking landscapes and enjoy an unforgettable outdoor experience.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in León

The Ruta del Cares is one of the most famous hikes in Spain
Hiking Trail · Asturias
Spain: spectacular hike along the Ruta del Cares - Picos de Europa, Asturias
Premium content Difficulty T2 difficult
21.8 km
7:30 h
670 m
670 m
One of the most adventurous and spectacular hikes in Spain! The Ruta del Cares leads high above the Cares Gorge, exposed along the cliffs.
On the way to the summit of Pico Ferreirúa 1,976m
Hiking Trail · Asturias
Spain: Scenic ridge walk to Pico Ferreirua on the border between Asturias and León
Premium content Difficulty T2 moderate
6.8 km
3:00 h
494 m
494 m
Panoramic view of the Ubiña massif and the Asturian mountains If the view from the Mirador del Puerto de Ventana is already so spectacular, how great must the view from the summit be?
The idyllic Valle de Lago in the Somiedo Nature Park
Hiking Trail · Asturias
Spain: Circular hike through the Valle de Lago in the Somiedo Nature Park, Asturias
Premium content Difficulty T2 difficult
20.3 km
7:00 h
775 m
775 m
A landscape like a movie set "The Tributes of Panem: Sunrise on the Reaping" was filmed in the unique landscape of the Valle de Lago.
Hiking Trail · Cantabria
Picos de Europa VI: Vega de Liordes / Collado de Remona
recommended route Difficulty difficult
15.3 km
6:30 h
1,303 m
1,303 m
A route with steep ascent, plateau, descent through a gorge, and return through a rolling landscape - variety is guaranteed!
Hiking Trail · León
Picos de Europa V: Coriscao / Puerto de San Glorio
recommended route Difficulty moderate
18.7 km
5:00 h
860 m
860 m
The route consists of two parts: the hike from Collado de Llesba to the summit Coriscao and the circular route from Puerto de San Glorio to Llanaves de la Reina.
Garganta del Cares
Hiking Trail · Spain
Garganta del Cares
recommended route Difficulty easy
5
10.9 km
3:15 h
1,445 m
1,670 m
A wonderful, approximately 3-hour hike, which can also be done back and forth in one day.
Vulture: Because it eats carrion, the vulture doesn't have a particularly good reputation. But this is unfair: It is a peaceful and defensive animal that plays an important role as a
Hiking Trail · Vega de Liébana
San Glorio Pass
Premium content Difficulty T1 easy
4
9 km
2:45 h
312 m
312 m
Circular Hike Among Vultures Even the drive up the winding mountain pass road to the 1,609-meter-high Puerto de San Glorio is a scenic delight. The pass itself, nestled between barren slopes, seems inhospitable at first. This makes the short circular hike around the Pico de la Devesa all the more surprising: First, the trail leads through an impressive rock arch into the wide valley of the Arroyo del Naranco. Finally, we hike for over an hour through a dense pine and spruce forest that was reforested around 1960. Griffon vultures and booted eagles often circle overhead.
Hiking Trail · Spain
Cuevas del Moro
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
7.1 km
1:41 h
120 m
125 m
Caves where there are signs and indications of having been excavated for mining possibly during the Roman era.
Ruins / After about 45 mins, we pass a house ruin, around 15 mins later we reach the hill Los Collaos, 520 m. © Cordula Rabe
Hiking Trail · Cabrales
Ruta del Cares
Premium content Difficulty T2 moderate
5
19.3 km
6:45 h
2,190 m
2,190 m
An absolute must: the "Divine Gorge" Already in the 18th century, romantics called the gorge of the Río Cares "la Garganta Divina", the "Divine". Those who hike through the canyon embedded in a magnificent mountain landscape will find similarly exuberant names. In an incredible feat of strength from 1915 to 1921, a water channel was carved through 71 tunnels in the rock far above the riverbed to channel the water of the Cares to the power plants near Camarmeña and Arenas de Cabrales. Over 500 workers – men, women, and children – were involved, 11 lost their lives. The route along the maintenance path for the canal, built between 1945–50 and since then almost unchanged, is today one of the most famous hikes in all of Spain. Accordingly, there is much traffic on fine weather days.
Hiking Trail · Spain
French Way from León
recommended route Difficulty moderate
5
301.8 km
79:35 h
4,354 m
4,915 m
Your route, to the end of the Camino, is not extremely complicated, the average of its stages is around 24-25 km/day, something very normal on the Jacobean route. If we take a look at its profile in search of big slopes, the most notable is the climb to O Cebreiro, a classic. This climb is somewhat complicated, so much so that, hundreds of years ago in winter times and due to its snowfalls, there was a need to avoid this climb. That is why one of the main routes of the Camino called Winter Route (Camino de Invierno) emerged, which diverted south of Galicia and thus avoided the mentioned climb. Nowadays, even in winter, it is not complicated to make that climb due to all the equipment available and even a much better physical preparation by the pilgrims who make the Camino.
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Hiking Routes in Provinz León

Welcome to Provinz León, a perfect destination for hiking enthusiasts! Here you will find a wide variety of routes that will allow you to explore the natural beauty of the region while enjoying exciting hikes in the great outdoors.

Beautiful Places in Provinz León

In this province, there are numerous beautiful places where you can go hiking. One of the most popular destinations is the Picos de Europa National Park, known for its imposing mountains and spectacular scenery. There you will find routes for all levels, from beginners to experts.

Routes Near Provinz León

If you wish to explore other options near Provinz León, I recommend visiting the Cares Route, located a short distance away. This route winds along the Cares River gorge and offers breathtaking panoramic views. It is ideal for those looking for a unique experience in contact with nature.

Tourist Attractions

In addition to the incredible natural environment that Provinz León offers, you will also be able to discover interesting tourist attractions during your excursions. For example, you might come across old shepherd's huts or historical ruins along the way.

Tips for enjoying your experience to the fullest

  • Don't forget to wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking long distances.
  • Bring plenty of water and energy snacks to keep you hydrated and energized during the journey.

Reviews

  • August 17, 2026
    Sebastian Heyde
    Wir sind ab dem Wanderparkplatz in Tuiza de Arriba ca 1h bis zum Refugio de Meicin gelaufen. Dort konnten wir einen Teil unseres Gepäcks ablegen und sind dann über einen weitläufigen Hang weiter den Berg hinauf. Über eine Hochebene haben wir uns von Süden her dem finalen Aufstieg genähert. Die weiteren 150-200 hm waren anstrengender, da im felsigen Gelände, teilweise leicht ausgesetzt. Man muss die Hände kurz aus den Hosentaschen nehmen ;-). Der Weg ist regelmäßig markiert, aber von unten kommend nicht immer gut erkennbar. Der zum Gipfel führende Grat ist entspannter zu laufen. Die Aussichten entschädigen aber alle Mühen. Der Abstieg war verhältnismäßig leicht, weil der optimale Weg einfacher zu erkennen war. Aufziehende Wolken/Nebel sollte gut im Blick behalten werden.
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    Photo: Sebastian Heyde, Community
    Photo: Sebastian Heyde, Community
    Photo: Sebastian Heyde, Community
    Photo: Sebastian Heyde, Community
    Written August 17, 2026
  • August 09, 2026
    Chris Brooker 
    Very varied walk on gravel track with quite a long uphill slog. Great views and plenty of vultures.
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    Scenic
    Written August 09, 2026
  • May 05, 2026
    Hugon Simm 
    May 05, 2026
    This was an excellent route! Perfectly described by the author. Well worth doing. Excellent way marks. Navigation was quite easy. Fantastic feeling of being up in the wilderness. Only one point I would add is that the start is actually at the entrance to the car park where you turn onto an open meadow heading uphil. You can clearly see tracks going left and right up ahead.
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    Written May 05, 2026
  • September 05, 2025
    Bernard POUZOL
    Chemin effectué en 2024 Exactement comme sur la carte Très joli parcours
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    Written September 05, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    French Way from León
  • August 11, 2025
    Steve R 
    This is a lovely, highly popular route along the line of the river Cares and the canal carved into the mountain. However the profile and timing is incorrect, the return trip is 1,400m of gain and drop, and 5-6 hrs of hiking.
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    Written August 11, 2025
  • October 08, 2022
    jacques egbers 
    October 08, 2022
    I walk a lot mainly in the UK coastal paths. This is not a challenging walk but extremely enjoyable, scenic and possibly the most enjoyable walk of my lifetime. I walked in October and it was busy. I would not like to walk it in Jul/ August when I assume it is much busier. Not for people who suffer from vertigo!
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    Photo: jacques egbers, Community
    Photo: jacques egbers, Community
    Photo: jacques egbers, Community
    Photo: jacques egbers, Community
    Photo: jacques egbers, Community
    Written October 08, 2022
    Hiking Trail
    Cares Gorge Trail
  • June 29, 2021
    Thomas Kühnel
    June 29, 2021
    Schöne Tour, wobei das letzte Drittel im Kiefernwald mangels Aussicht eintönig wird. Geier konnten wir beobachten.
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    Written June 29, 2021
    Hiking Trail
    San Glorio Pass
  • October 18, 2020
    oscar diez
    Todo
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    Written October 18, 2020
  • August 12, 2020
    Sylvain Pillet
    Quelques passages o il faut mettre les mains. Peut devenir difficile par temps pluvieux.
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    Written August 12, 2020
  • May 05, 2020
    Anonymous Walker
    way del paraway
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    Written May 05, 2020
  • May 04, 2020
    David Cox
    The GR1 route has changed in some places since John Hayes has logged it. Nevertheless it provided us confidence that we were not too far from the current route. Some of the waypoints could have been better located, especially where the GR1 marking was deficient.
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    Written May 04, 2020
  • August 01, 2019
    Oliver Stein
    August 01, 2019
    Wunderschön! Undbedingt wandern. Ist einfach und hin und zurück an einem Tag machbar.
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    Photo: Oliver Stein, Community
    Photo: Oliver Stein, Community
    Photo: Oliver Stein, Community
    Photo: Oliver Stein, Community
    Written August 01, 2019
    Hiking Trail
    Ruta del Cares

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