Driving the wild road to Llano de las Ovejas in Castile and Leon

Llano de las Ovejas is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1,961m (6,433ft) above sea level, located in the province of León, in Spain.

Where is Llano de las Ovejas?

The pass is located in the northwestern part of the autonomous community of Castile and León, in the northern part of the country.

Is Llano de las Ovejas paved?

Located in the region of El Bierzo, within the Valle del Silencio valley, the road to the summit is fully paved but cracked and bumpy in places. It’s called the LE-CV-192/21 road.

Is Llano de las Ovejas open in winter?

Set high in the Montes de León mountain range, the pass is usually open year-round, but short-term closures in winter are common.

How long is Llano de las Ovejas?

The road is 38km (24 miles) long, running north-south from Salas de los Barrios to Corporales. There is very little traffic on the climb.

 

 

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