Walking Highlights of the Picos de Europa & Costa Verde

This trip can start any day of the week, from April into July and September through October. During these times, daytime temperatures will range between 15°-25°c.

The climate in the Picos is variable, the mountains are part of what is euphemistically known as 'green Spain'.

These are high mountains set just off the northern coast of Spain, off shore is essentially the width of the Atlantic Ocean. Saying this, your walk follows a route around the more protected southern parts of the mountains where you are likely to find more sunny days.

May and June tend to be showery but are also one of the most beautiful times to visit with flowers in the meadows and snow on the high mountains, to the point that in early spring the high walk on day four might be still covered in snow.

The driest month is usually September. October gradually gets more changeable but benefits from the beautiful colours of the autumnal forests.

A major advantage of having your own car is that the walks can be adapted to your needs and overall you have complete control over how much or how little you do on any given day.

We also provide you with routes for a variety of self-guided hikes in each area, from half-day strolls to full-day hikes. On some of these, you simply walk as far as you like before turning around.

The itinerary includes two guided hiking days which can be adapted to suit you depending on how far you want to walk.

The accommodation on this journey is very comfortable and very typical of the Picos de Europa, though not 'fancy'. The hotels are often made from traditional stone with thick walls and small windows, but great balconies and garden areas. You will always have a warm welcome from the hosts and good hearty homecooked dinners on the nights you eat in.

Although this is a largely independent walking holiday, we are always on hand to help and advise should you need us. You will be given a local support number before you travel - we are always on hand 24/7. It should be said though that we provide easy-to-use navigational guidance for both the walking and the driving, meaning it should be very difficult for you to get into any bother!