Organize your getaway to Picos de Europa
Do you have little time and want to see everything? Although in Liébana you could spend a week without getting bored,
we have designed theseoptimized itinerariesto minimize car times and maximize experiences.
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SECTION 1
1. Liébana in 1 day: The express visit
If you only have one day (for example, you are coming from Santander or Asturias), focus on the icons.
Start by climbing theFuente Dé Cable Carfirst thing in the morning (prior reservation).
The experience of climbing to 1,800 meters in 4 minutes is unforgettable.
When going down, stop atMogrovejo. It is one of the most beautiful towns and catches you on your way to Potes.
Eat aStewed Lebaniegoin Potes or Camaleño.
In the afternoon, take a leisurely stroll through the historic center ofPots, visit the Torre del Infantado and buy local products (pomace, honey, cheese).
Where to eat in Liébana?
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Follow the itinerary of "Day 1" (Fuente Dé, Mogrovejo and Potes).
Tomorrow:Visit the Mozarabic jewel ofSanta María de Lebeñaand tour the La Hermida Gorge stopping at the viewpoints.
Noon:Go up to eat in a high town likeCahecho("the Liébana balcony") to enjoy the views while you eat.
Late:Go up to the Monastery of Santo Toribio de Liébana and go to the Hermitage of San Miguel for the postcard photo of Potes.
Live the Adventure
Hiking trails, via ferratas, and active tourism with the best local guides.
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SECTION 3
Dedicate the third day to one of these options according to your tastes:
- Nature Option:Take a hiking route (see top routes) such as the Castañar de Pendes or the Puertos de Áliva.
- Photography Option:Go up to the port oflongstonesand go down visiting the Pesaguero area.
- Remote Towns Option:Go through the tunnels to discoverDobres and Cucayo, where the road ends and absolute peace begins.
- Reserve restaurants:On long weekends and in summer, Potes fills up. Reserve a table in advance if you want to eat cooked.
- Offline maps:In areas like Dobres or San Glorio you can lose coverage. Download the map beforehand.
- Early morning:Unquera