The Redes Natural Park was declared a Natural Reserve and Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. It is located in the south of Asturias, in the central-eastern mountain sector, in the municipalities of Caso and Sobrescobio, in the upper Nalón. It has an area of ​​377.36 km2, most of which is covered by forest masses, mainly beech, the most characteristic species of the park.

Redes Natural Park


All the species that are characteristic of the north of the peninsula pass through it, such as the brown bear or the wolf, the fascinating capercaillie, Egyptian vultures and golden eagles among others, which benefit from the good conservation of the Redes Natural Park. .

 Redes Natural Park - Photo by Felix González Muñiz


If you also want to learn more about this wonderful area, the hiking or trekking routes, the Mountain Bike routes are unlimited, just as it is possible to do horseback riding... Ideal place, surrounded by nature, to do sports, tourism and adventure experiences.

HIKING ROUTES IN THE REDES NATURAL PARK

1. La Vega de Brañagallones

Known by this name because of the abundance of capercaillie. This area is accessed through the town of Benzanes, where we will find a sign indicating the route.

 Route through the Vega de Brañagallones - Photo by Juan Carlos Román



2. Tiatordos Peak

Also known as "the perfect mountain." It is 1951 meters high. From the top you can see most of the mountain massifs and valleys of the Redes Natural Park and others that are a little further away. This route starts from the town Pendones. It is only surpassed by Pico Torres at 21,014 meters, which is the highest in the park.

 Route through Pico Tiatordos - Photo by gistredobembibre



3. Los Arrudos Gorge – Lake Ubales

Long route between vertical walls to enter the Arrudos gorge, passing through wooden bridges and natural viewpoints. Then we pass through more open spaces to reach Lake Ubales, from which we can retrace the steps we have taken, or we can continue to the village of Infiesta and then to Caleao, which is the starting point.

 Route through the Los Arrudos Gorge - Photo by Desnivel.com



4. Oak trees and Tabayón del Mongayo waterfall

Route that starts from the village of Tarna and that we will see full of ancient oak trees known as Rebollos de Llanu’l Toru. The Tabayón del Mongayo is declared a natural monument.

 Tobayón del Mongayo Waterfall Route



5. Water Walk

Circular route along which we will find mills, drinking fountains, fountains and a well. Pass through the town of Caleao. All these elements form an important part of the architecture of typical towns and also cover the supply needs.

 Water Route




Explore the Redes Natural Park along its most beautiful trails and routes, where the small rivers and streams that end as tributaries of the Nalón River give rise to places as beautiful as the previous ones. Are you in?