Landscape, flora and fauna

Entering the Picos de Europa: the Fuente Dé cable car, the most accessible gateway to the high mountains.

It allows access to the high mountain and is a starting point for the most classic mountaineering routes of the Picos de Europa. It is a stony world where you can observe the wallcreeper, the red-billed choughs or the agile chamois. From the cable viewpoint you have a spectacular view of the beech and oak forests of the national park, and the highest peaks of the Cantabrian mountain range. It is the starting point of the most emblematic trails and has a story to tell: the idea came from the cable that brought down the blende from the Picos to the meadow of Fuente Dé, and from there it went out through the Deva to the Cantabrian ports to the United Kingdom.

Discover the highest peaks of the Cantabrian mountain range.

With the ecotourism route to the Puertos de Pineda you will enjoy an ecotourism experience that combines nature observation, geology, landscapes and ethnography. It is a 4x4 route guided by a specialist in natural heritage. The Pista de Barrio (in Vega de Liébana) takes you to the Puertos de Pineda, crossing Atlantic forests, interpreting the landscapes, the unique architecture, the traditional uses and the glacial remains of the Cantabrian mountain range.

The high mountain pastures by the hand of the shepherds

Shepherd for a day in Bejes: Liébana is one of the few places where you can get to know a living livestock culture. The guided tour shows the daily work of a shepherd accompanying his flock of sheep. You can taste the cheeses and learn about the livestock culture of the Picos de Europa.

The caves of Picos de Europa

The route to the Ciloña cave goes through Cantabrian holm oak and mixed forests, and learns about the sheepfolds made in caves.

Wool experience: visit to a sheep farm to learn about the daily care and participate in a workshop to learn how wool is produced in a traditional way, and in a sheep cheese tasting.

Tour the forests of Liébana and its villages.

Walk Liébana through its network of marked trails to enjoy the most emblematic landscapes of Picos de Europa and Liébana. There are 14 marked trails.

Do not miss the following trails:

• Bajo los Picos: postcard route under the peaks of the eastern massif of Picos de Europa.
• Puertos de Áliva: to climb the mountain passes and discover the north face of the Picos.
• Urdón River Trail: ascent to Tresviso by the old bridle path. Discover how communication was when there were no roads.
• The valley of Caloca, discover the magnitude of the best beech forests of Liébana.
• The Bedoya Valley route, a path to discover the vineyards and family farming in this valley.
• The cork oak forest of Tolibes, the largest and northernmost cork oak forest in the Cantabrian mountain range. Combine this excursion with the Picos de Cabariezo vineyards, one of the wines of Cantabria with protected Geographical Identification.
• The oak groves and its forest birds on the Valdeaniezo trail.
• Hozarco mountain trail, discover with the family the mythological characters of Cantabria and contemplate the gorge of Santa Catalina in the gorge of La Hermida.

The limestone cliffs within your reach with guided climbing and mountaineering

The Picos de Europa are a climber's paradise, with routes ranging from basic levels to challenging ascents such as Torre Cerredo, the highest point in the park. With specialized guides and services, beginners and experts alike can enjoy the thrill of climbing.

Go into the depths of the river Navedo canyoning and via ferratas to discover the aerial cliffs.

The gorge of La Hermida and the Deva river are ideal scenarios for those seeking adventure in the water and limestone walls. Following the course of some canyons with an expert guide is an opportunity to get to know the most hidden nature. There are guided canyon descents that allow you to explore the canyons, experiencing the geology in a unique and exciting way.

Touring Liébana by mountain bike

Liébana is a dream destination for mountain bikers. Touring its mountains and valleys is an unforgettable experience that guarantees great emotions. There are several trails that can be used for nature-friendly cycling tours.

Aerial landscapes of Liébana, paragliding flight from La Viorna

Enjoy a tandem flight from the summit of La Viorna with its paragliding takeoff runway. You will feel like an eagle soaring through the skies of Liébana.

The forests on horseback from the Dehesa de Fuente Dé or from the foot of the eastern massif.

From the esplanade of Fuente Dé and the cable car facilities, there are guided horseback routes to explore the forests that extend to the neighboring mountain of Riaño.

Caving, horseback riding, ski touring or snowshoeing routes are also magnificent attractive proposals that can be found in the different villages and valleys of the region.