Cares Trail in Camarmena

Cares Trail, also known as Ruta del Cares, is a scenic hiking trail located in the village of Camarmena, in the northern Spanish region of Asturias. The trail follows the Cares River through the Picos de Europa National Park and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The trail was originally built in the 1940s as a means of transporting materials and equipment for the construction of a hydroelectric power plant. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and draws thousands of visitors each year. The trail is considered one of the most stunning hiking trails in Spain, with its narrow paths carved into the mountainside and its crystal-clear river flowing below.