SENDERISM
Getting to know the park on foot
Immerse yourself in the lush vegetation of its forests and breathe the pure mountain air and be captivated by the diversity of its fauna and flora. From the highest peaks to the most hidden corners to a panoramic viewpoint or the opportunity to see birds of prey in flight.
In addition to its spectacular natural beauty, the Armañón Natural Park also has a cultural and historical richness that will surprise you. Discover ancient farmhouses, centuries-old hermitages and vestiges of Basque rural life as you explore its trails.
Whether you are looking for a quiet getaway in nature or an exciting outdoor adventure, the Armañón Natural Park awaits you with open arms to offer you an unforgettable hiking experience in the heart of the Basque Country. Within the network of routes of the Park, we propose these three options:
PR-Bi 121. Holm oak grove of Sopeña:
The tour begins and ends in the picturesque rural center of El Suceso, where we find the monument to the Virgen del Buen Suceso, the church and a bullfighting ring, as well as an extensive recreational area.
We head towards Armañón. At the Dolmen de La Lama, under the summit, we turn left to start descending, crossing the intricate holm oak forest that opens up to become a pasture. The way back is done with almost no slopes in the shade of conifers and American oak plantations.
Route through the exterior of the Parketxea:
This circular route allows us to observe the karst formations, the imposing Ordunte mountains and the magnificent views of the Carranza Valley. A large part of the route takes place around the former facilities of the Dolomitas del Norte factory.
The current Parketxea was the place where, once the dolomite was extracted in the old Pozalagua quarry, it was crushed and transported by an aerial tramway system to the factory located in the district of Ambasaguas. This mineral was used to make a refractory material that was later transported to Altos Hornos de Bizkaia.
PR-Bi 120. Path of 'Los Jorrios':
It is a circular mountain route, which starts in the urban center of Trucíos and takes us to two of the most emblematic peaks of the Armañón Natural Park: the Jorrios and Armañón.
Along this route, of just over 13 km, we will walk along old shepherds' and smugglers' paths, we will cross magical places such as the holm oak forest and the karst of the Jorrios and we will contemplate palaces, casastorre, old mills...