Sajambre and Valdeón 2-day trek, Picos de Europa

Sajambre and Valdeón are two charming municipalities in the Leon county in Spain. They are one of the most stunning areas of the Picos de Europa National Park.

However, they are not as know as other parts. Thus, walking through them is a more intimate experience since they are less crowded than other places.

Sajambre is a wonderful place brimming with dense and enchanting forests. But, it also has some of the best views of the peaks around it.

Valdeón on the other hand has also many dazzling woods. Nonetheless the mountainous terrain covers most of its territory, as it is the door to important mountains like the Western and Central Massif of the Park.

On this wonderful adventure, we’ll reach the summit of Jario Peak, a privileged viewpoint in the Cantabrian Mountains. We’ll also have the opportunity to see many amazing species. Some of the trees that inhabit this place are the oak and beech. But we’ll find ash, holly, haze, lime, yew, birch, steal and chestnut trees too.

Moreover, we’ll run into curious creatures all across our hike. The most iconic animal from the Cantabrian Mountains we might see is the brown bear. We may also come across chamois, wild boar, or deer. Also, we could spot wolves, a marten, wild cat, genet, otter, ermine, badger or a fox. Additionally, there are many birds abundant in this region. So we could see a griffon vulture, egyptian vulture, ravens, crows, sparrows or choughs. We may even spot a royal eagle or a peregrine falcon.

Finally, the place I’ve chose to lodge, the Vegabaño shelter, is one of the best and most hospitable shelters in Picos de Europa. 

So search no more and send me a request. I promise it will be an amazing adventure! Do you want a different adventure? Check this Toubkal ascent and 8-day trekking in the Sahara trip.