Route of the Xanas – Pedroveya loop from Peñerúes

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Route of the Xanas – Pedroveya loop from Peñerúes

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Route of the Xanas – Pedroveya loop from Peñerúes

02:59

9.23km

390m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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3.93 km

Route of the Xanas

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

One of the best known routes in Asturias. This gorge opened in the rock by the Las Xanas stream is a spectacle for the eyes and for the camera. In …

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Casa Generosa Mountain Inn

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Casa Generosa in Pedroveya is a rustic mountain inn where you can enjoy affordable local cuisine and cider. Closed on Wednesdays!

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7.88 km

Pedroveya

Highlight • Settlement

A haven of peace after the road

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9.23 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.33 km

3.54 km

320 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.32 km

3.54 km

336 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (620 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

Weather

Wednesday 28 October

17°C

8°C

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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Comments

July 15, 2023,Kloof van Villanueva

Beautiful steep gorge with beautiful vistas in the valley. Not suitable for people with a fear of heights 😉. Halfway a bar restaurant for coffee, basic food and beer.

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June 13, 2025,In der asturischen Feenschlucht: Ruta de las Xanas - Pedroveya

The hike along the Las Xanas Gorge is truly spectacular, as the path is carved into the rock face over a large stretch, offering stunning views of the verdant mountains.

The "Xanas," after whom the gorge is named, are Asturian mountain stream nymphs who enchant shepherds on St. John's Eve. The path was created in the 1930s as preparatory work …

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February 1, 2025,desfiladero las xanas

Route with many climbs, some hard, and dangerous descents on a rainy day. The part of the gorge is more beautiful but it is worth it, recommended.

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July 6, 2025,Durch die Schlucht des Xanas Baches - Asturien 🇪🇸

Xanas are nymphs around whom all sorts of stories and tales revolve here by this stream. They are very affectionate towards lovers and make wishes come true. Our wish for fog-free, warm weather has already come true. In Petroveya, we treated ourselves to coffee and cold drinks.

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