Cycling route. From Tinéu to Cangas del Narcea

This route serves as a link between the two major inland routes connecting the towns of Tinéu and Cangas del Narcea. It is a short route that follows local roads with little traffic and allows you to explore the historic centres of both towns, as well as iconic sites such as the Monastery of Corias, also known as the Asturian Escorial.

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Address Tinéu, Cangas del Narcea

Distance Distance: 33 kms
Difficulty Difficulty: Fácil
Total ascent Total ascent: 620 m
Maximum altitude Maximum altitude: 671 m
Minimum altitude Minimum altitude: 296 m
IBP index IBP index: 37

Route One-day routes,Links
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: Tinéu
Ending point Ending point: Cangas del Narcea
Estimated duration Estimated duration: Half day

We set off from Tinéu along the AS-217a road to quickly join the AS-217 heading west. We ride halfway up the hillside through the valley, passing through pastures and small villages until we pass Xera, some 15 km from the start, and reach the junction that allows us to change valleys.

We continue climbing to cross the Alto de La Llama pass and descend along the TI-6, cycling alongside the River Arganza through a landscape of great beauty. The valley is a peaceful, sparsely populated and somewhat secluded place, with small hamlets such as La La Ḷḷama, Arganza and Rozadieḷḷa.

We continue with a gentle climb, and the descent along the AS-14 road begins almost immediately, taking us to the Puente del Infierno, where we cross the River Narcea and continue along the AS-15 road, which will take us to Courias and then on to Cangas del Narcea.

Courias is home to the Monastery of San Juan Bautista, a monumental building of great historical and artistic importance, with colossal proportions and a majestic appearance. It has now been converted into a Parador Nacional and is well worth a visit – or at least a quick stop for a coffee – any excuse will do to admire this marvel before continuing to the end of the stage.

Once in Cangas del Narcea, we can admire its historic centre and enjoy its charm.

Observe the direction of traffic on urban stretches of road.