The beautiful mountain lakes of Enol and Ercina are one of the main access points to the Picos de Europa, so can be quite crowded in high season - but this short circuit takes you away from the crowds, through woodland and traditional settlements.
Type of walk: Circular
Starting point: Lake Ercina
Finishing point: Lake Ercina
Access: 33 Km from hotel, 45 minutes by car
Public transport options: Buses from Cangas de Onis only in summer months
Grading: Easy (but rocky under foot in parts)
Total length: 4 km
Total ascent: 150 m
Altitude: 1100 - 1250 - 1100
Total walking time: 2 hours
Terrain: Quite rocky underfoot in some parts
Navigation: Medium
Refreshments: Bar at Lake Ercina
Map: Adrados Western Massif Picos de Europa
Maps and self guided walking notes for this and other walks are available for guests at Hotel Posada del Valle; Asturias.
At the hotel we are only too pleased to help advice guests on the best and most suitable walks according to their walking abilities and the weather conditions, as well as provide information on any recent occurrences which may affect the walk.
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