Monte Áreo Archaeological Route.

Difficulty: Easy.

Journey: 7.4 km (one way). Pedestrian and cyclotourist use

Signposted route where two identified tunnelling fields can be considered: Cierru Los Llanos and Les Huelgues de San Pablo, two natural mirrors: Peña ́ l Carro and Peña Tocente and a wetland area: Selmo berries.

‘Monte arreo’ is one of the largest and most extensive tumular necropolis in Asturias, with a little over 4 km of tunnels from different periods and construction methods. It is declared a site of cultural interest. It contains a recreational area.

It is recommended that the day be supplemented by a prior visit to the Neolithic Didactic Aula at the ‘Monte arreo’ C.I.R., located in the neighbourhood of La Vega, where one of the few remaining bares-shops in Asturias is located. Products from the area can be purchased there.

Difficulty level
Length (km)
9.09 km
Max. altitude (m)
265.10 m
Min. altitude (m)
80.50 m
Elevation difference (m)
184.60 m
Total ascent (m)
306.30 m
Track
Location