Cycle tourism route. From Campumanes to Alto de La Cubilla

The Alto de La Cubilla (1,683 m), situated in the heart of the Las Ubiñas - La Mesa Natural Park – one of the Biosphere Reserves in Asturias – is undoubtedly one of the region’s most beautiful mountain passes, comparable to the Alpine stages of the Tour de France.

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Address Campumanes

Distance Distance: 28 kms
Difficulty Difficulty: Muy Dura
Total ascent Total ascent: 1633 m
Maximum altitude Maximum altitude: 1688 m
Minimum altitude Minimum altitude: 376 m
IBP index IBP index: 153

Route Mythical mountain passes
Type of bicycle Type of bicycle: Road
Type of route Type of route: Linear
Return by Train Return by Train: No

Starting point Starting point: Campumanes
Ending point Ending point: La Cubilla
Estimated duration Estimated duration: Half day

Situated in the Huerna Valley and surrounded by majestic mountains – some of which are among the highest in the Cantabrian Mountains – the route from Campumanes involves an ascent of almost 30 kilometres, of which 18 kilometres, from Los Pontones, feature steep gradients, though these only occasionally exceed a 10 per cent gradient.

Along the route lie the villages of Teyeo, Rospaso and Tuíza, set amidst woodland, mainly oak forests which begin to give way beyond the last of these villages to a high-mountain landscape, offering a breathtaking view of Las Ubiñas, until reaching the summit at an altitude of 1,683 metres.

Its considerable length, its winding route with a succession of hairpin bends, and the majestic landscape that transitions from oak forests to rugged rock as the altitude increases, give this route an alpine feel on a par with the great stages of the Tour de France, and it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cycle touring routes in central Asturias.

In winter, the road may be closed due to snow, so it is important to check conditions before starting the climb. Otherwise, access is not a problem for the rest of the year, and its good road surface, combined with the outstanding scenery, make it one of the most beautiful climbs you can undertake.