The Breathtaking Unpaved Road to Peña Ubiña

Peña Ubiña is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1,754m (5,754ft) above sea level, located in Spain.

Peña Ubiña

Where is Peña Ubiña?

The peak is located south of the challenging Puerto de Ventana and links the province of León, in the autonomous community of Castile and León, and the autonomous community of Asturias, in the north-central part of the country.

How long is the road to Peña Ubiña?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved, with narrow parts and very steep sections. A 4x4 vehicle is required. Starting from Torrebarrio, the road is 4.4 km (2.73 miles). Over this distance, the elevation gain is 517 m and the average gradient is 11.75%.

Is the road to Peña Ubiña open in winter?

Set high in the Macizo de Ubiña range of the Cantabrian Mountains, the area receives snow in winter, and it has a well-deserved reputation for being dangerous because of unpredictable snowstorms and blizzards.
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