Guide Backpacking Los Picos de Europa in 7–8 Days (Camping or Refuges)

Tackle one of Europe’s most rugged and underrated treks with this 100–115km (65–75mi) loop through Spain’s Picos de Europa National Park. Whether you choose to wild camp in remote alpine meadows or stay in cozy high-mountain refuges, this guide provides everything you need for an unforgettable 7–8 day adventure through the park’s three dramatic massifs—Ándara, Urrieles, and Cornión. Expect technical terrain, towering peaks, limestone plateaus, deep gorges, and some of the wildest backcountry in Europe.

Includes:

• Two complete versions: wild camping and refugio-based

• Day-by-day itinerary with elevation, shortcuts, and key highlights

• GPX tracks & custom Google Maps with 100+ waypoints

• Camping rules, water sources, resupply info, weather, and transport

• Technical sections, wildlife, and logistics explained in detail

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