One of my places in Asturias

Desfiladero de las Xanas

Santo Adriano

Dr. Abdulmajeed Al-MudarraMy tip
“The reward at the end is the Casa Generosa restaurant in Pedroveya; book in advance. Some sections have edges without railings.”

A narrow limestone gorge where legend says the Xanas fairies live in its springs, climbing to the village of Pedroveya. A path carved into the rock, with strong views.

Moderate effort, needs a car

Parking at Villanueva (Santo Adriano), on the road from Oviedo to Teverga. A loop via Pedroveya, or out and back through the gorge.

Distance

8 km · 450 m climb · 3:30 hours · circular

Address

33115 Santo Adriano, Asturias