Snowshoeing Tour in the Valle de Lago

In this snowshoeing tour through Valle de Lago we'll discover the winter landscapes of the southern Principality of Asturias.

Snowshoeing Tour in the Valle de Lago

We'll start by meeting at the Valle de Lago car park at the indicated time. This location, in the Asturian council of Somiedo at an altitude of 1280 metres (4199 feet), will host a mountain guide who will explain the safety measures for walking through icy landscapes.

After a brief talk, we'll equip ourselves and start walking with snowshoes. The ascent, taking about two hours, will take us up to 1558 metres (5111 feet) to the Lake of the Valley, the largest natural lake in Asturias. Here, the lake will be covered with snow and ice, surrounded by mountains.

We'll pause to admire the scenery and enjoy a snack. Following this, we will visit the 'Cobrana Teito' for panoramic views of the lake of the valley.

If weather conditions are poor, we'll return to the meeting point by the same route. However, if conditions are favorable, we will take the forest path to explore the snowy beech forests and the biodiversity of the Somiedo council.

After a five-hour excursion, we will return to the Valle de Lago car park.

Equipment hire

You can book an option that includes the rental of poles and snowshoes, or choose the option without rental if you have your own equipment.