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Anillo de Picos de Europa

Anillo de Picos de Europa — the trail guide

The Anillo de Picos de Europa is a 106.4 km trek in Spain, typically walked in 4-7 days, with 9061 m of total ascent. It rates Extreme on our published rubric (85 m of gain per km, topping out at 2371 m).

The Anillo de Picos de Europa circles the three spectacular massifs of this Cantabrian range. Deep gorges, soaring limestone peaks, and traditional mountain villages mark this demanding circuit. The scenery rivals the Alps but with uniquely Iberian character - expect chamois, griffon vultures, and some of Spain's finest mountain refuges.

Quick facts

Distance106.4 km
Total ascent9061 m
Typical duration4-7 days
Difficulty (computed)Extreme
Steepness85 m gain per km
High point2371 m
CountrySpain
RegionSpain

Difficulty is computed from gain-per-km and maximum altitude on a published rubric, identically for every trail in the catalogue — so an "Extreme" here means the same thing everywhere on DirtbagMaps.

Elevation profile

Low point 249 m · high point 2371 m · 9061 m total ascent over 106.4 km.

Historical climate normals — month by month

ERA5 reanalysis averages (2015–2024) for the trail area, referenced to approximately 914 m elevation. These are gridded historical estimates, not observations from every stage and not a forecast. They cannot show current snowpack, river levels, fire restrictions, closures or whether a pass is safe.

MonthAvg highAvg lowAvg precip
Jan170 mm
Feb145 mm
Mar10°147 mm
Apr13°137 mm
May16°132 mm
Jun19°12°131 mm
Jul21°14°79 mm
Aug22°14°80 mm
Sep19°12°99 mm
Oct17°10°138 mm
Nov11°187 mm
Dec158 mm

Planning notes

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Anillo de Picos de Europa?

The Anillo de Picos de Europa is 106.4 km, and most hikers complete it in 4-7 days. Total elevation gain is 9061 m.

How difficult is the Anillo de Picos de Europa?

It rates Extreme on DirtbagMaps' computed rubric: 85 m of climbing per km walked with a high point of 2371 m. The rubric classifies every trail from gain-per-km and maximum altitude, so ratings are comparable across the whole catalogue.

Can this climate table tell me when the Anillo de Picos de Europa is open or safe?

No. The table contains historical ERA5 averages, not a forecast or a report of snow, flooding, fire, closures or route condition. Check the responsible land manager and a current local forecast before departure.

Where is the Anillo de Picos de Europa?

In Spain. The route starts near 43.152, -4.919 — the interactive 3D map above shows the full line, and the planner splits it into daily stages.

Can I get the GPX and plan daily stages?

Yes. Open the trail in the DirtbagMaps planner to drag the elevation profile into daily stages, see huts and accommodation along the corridor, and export a per-day GPX for your watch or GPS.