Cabrales is a region situated within the Picos de Europa National Park in Asturias, Spain. Its landscape is characterized by towering limestone peaks, deep gorges, and lush valleys, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This environment supports several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and more, making Cabrales a destination for diverse outdoor activities.
Cabrales offers more than 200 routes across several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. More…
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4.9
(719)
4,642
hikers
23.1km
07:28
990m
990m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(168)
1,302
hikers
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(45)
543
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
(59)
348
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
(6)
183
riders
56.8km
03:02
1,110m
1,100m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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135
riders
41.9km
02:50
1,410m
1,410m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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212
riders
56.9km
02:49
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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212
riders
57.5km
02:32
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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50
riders
34.4km
02:29
740m
740m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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87
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11.9km
00:55
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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68
riders
23.1km
01:54
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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61
riders
23.7km
01:32
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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35
riders
23.8km
02:47
940m
940m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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14
riders
19.8km
02:30
870m
870m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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27
riders
29.6km
03:44
1,280m
1,280m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.0
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24
riders
90.3km
06:59
2,090m
2,090m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30
runners
35.0km
08:43
2,720m
2,720m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

16
runners
23.6km
04:11
1,560m
1,560m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

3
runners
23.6km
06:02
1,860m
1,860m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

6
runners
38.6km
08:12
2,580m
2,580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
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33
riders
56.3km
03:34
730m
730m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
79.2km
05:40
1,460m
1,460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
32.8km
02:13
410m
410m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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5
riders
51.6km
03:32
710m
710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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18
hikers
10.3km
07:20
1,190m
1,190m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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12
hikers
3.55km
02:30
340m
340m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5
hikers
11.8km
06:24
1,020m
1,020m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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6
hikers
13.3km
06:00
950m
950m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Cabrales, located within the Picos de Europa National Park, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Mountaineering, and Gravel biking. The region features over 260 routes across these sports.
Cabrales is known for its diverse hiking trails, ranging from moderate walks to challenging ascents. Popular options include the Cares Route (Garganta Divina), trails around Bulnes, and routes leading to high mountain refuges like Terenosa and Urriellu. More information is available in the Hiking around Cabrales guide.
Yes, Cabrales provides options for road cycling. Routes traverse mountain villages on quiet interior tarmac lanes and hardpack gravel roads. Cyclists can explore the area at the foot of the Picos de Europa. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Cabrales guide.
Cabrales offers mountain biking trails through dirt tracks, paths, and tarmac lanes. The varied terrain provides specific challenges and routes for mountain bikers. Further details can be found in the MTB Trails around Cabrales guide.
Cabrales is situated within the Picos de Europa National Park, offering significant mountaineering opportunities. The iconic Naranjo de Bulnes (Picu Urriellu) is a major draw for mountaineers. Routes to high mountain refuges also support mountaineering activities, as outlined in the Mountain Hikes around Cabrales guide.
The region's varied terrain includes routes suitable for different activity levels, which can accommodate families. While specific 'family-friendly' routes are not explicitly listed, the range of options from moderate walks to less challenging cycling paths suggests suitable choices exist. It is advisable to check individual route details for difficulty and length.
Cabrales is characterized by towering limestone peaks, deep gorges, and lush valleys. Key features include the Picos de Europa National Park, the iconic Naranjo de Bulnes (Picu Urriellu), and the Cares Gorge. High mountain valleys like Pandébano and viewpoints such as Pozo de la Oración also contribute to the landscape.
The Cares Route, also known as Garganta Divina, is a spectacular trail carved into limestone cliffs within Cabrales. It offers views of the Cares River and rugged scenery. This classic hike is one of the most popular trails in the region.
Cabrales is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 27,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 3,300 ratings. There are 268 total routes available.
Komoot offers several guides for Cabrales, including Hiking around Cabrales, Running Trails around Cabrales, Road Cycling Routes around Cabrales, MTB Trails around Cabrales, Cycling around Cabrales, Mountain Hikes around Cabrales, and Gravel biking around Cabrales.
The official website for Cabrales tourism is cabrales.es. For direct inquiries, the Tourist Office phone number is +34 985 846 484.
Cabrales offers a range of routes with varying difficulty levels. While many trails are challenging, there are also moderate walks and less demanding cycling paths available. Users can filter routes by difficulty on komoot to find options suitable for beginners.
The lengths of routes in Cabrales vary significantly depending on the activity and specific trail. For example, the Cares Route is approximately 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) one way. Other routes can range from short walks to multi-day treks or long-distance cycling tours.

