PICOS DE EUROPA | Sunflower hiking guide

hiking guide

Discover Picos de Europa with the guide that’s been trusted by travellers for many years. The Sunflower Picos de Europa guide is more than a walking book – it’s your complete mountain companion for hiking, exploring and scenic driving, helping you experience this dramatic landscape at your own pace.

Fully updated after the authors’ latest trip, and with every walk rechecked, this established guide helps visitors uncover towering limestone peaks, deep gorges and remote villages with confidence.

Ideal for anyone planning a Picos de Europa walking holiday, from famous gorge trails and alpine meadows to high mountain routes and flexible day trips, this guide helps you see more of the region with less effort.

Why choose Sunflower Picos de Europa:

• 26 long and short walks for all abilities - From gentle valley strolls and gorge paths to demanding high mountain hikes, all clearly graded so you can pick what suits you
• Fully checked for every edition - Every route is revisited by the author to ensure accuracy, safety and up-to-date guidance, with the latest changes and traveller feedback available via Sunflower’s online update service
• Unique car tour included - 1 scenic driving route for when you want to explore further or take a break from walking
• Easy-to-use maps - Large-scale topographical maps with clearly marked waypoints, plus a pull-out map for convenience. A Covadonga area plan is also included, highlighting key access points
• Satnav & GPS ready - Free, downloadable GPS tracks plus satnav coordinates to get you straight to the start
• Turn every outing into a great day out - Handpicked picnic spots and ideas to help you slow down and enjoy the scenery
• Ideal for flexible travel - Public transport timetables included, perfect if you don’t want to hire a car every day