A very spectacular circular walk in the Eastern massif of the Picos with very varied scenery passing through farming land, beech forests and passes by the Andarrá refuge. The walk makes use of old mining tracks and navigation is quite easy.
Type of walk: Circular Hitu de Escarandi
Starting point: Hitu de Escarandi 4 kms from Sotres
Finishing point: Hitu de Escarandi
Access: 62 km from hotel, 70 minutes by car
Public transport options: No
Grading: Difficult
Total length: 16 km
Total ascent: 600 m
Altitude: 1300 - 1100 - 1700 - 1300
Total walking time: 5 hour
Terrain: Good tracks
Navigation: Easy
Refreshments: Bar in Sotres
Map: Adrados Picos de Europa Central Massif
Maps and self guided walking notes for this and other walks are available for guests at Hotel Posada del Valle; Asturias.
At the hotel we are only too pleased to help advice guests on the best and most suitable walks according to their walking abilities and the weather conditions, as well as provide information on any recent occurrences which may affect the walk.
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