Route 1: Barruelo de Santullán - Balboa Toreno - Cacabelos
Stage 12 belonging to Route 1: Barruelo de Santullán - Balboa
Linear route of 34.4 km in length and an estimated duration of 3 hours 50 minutes with a gradient of 282 meters. Forest track (75%) and road (25%). Medium difficulty. Recommended time: spring to autumn; In winter you can find roads or sections in poor condition due to rain and mud.
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Tips and recommendations
The stage includes long stretches along dirt roads where there is no water, so it is advisable to replenish your canteen at the town fountains.
At different points along the route, the route uses local roads with little vehicle traffic, despite which it is mandatory to drive on the right side and with caution. Special care is recommended at junctions where the route crosses or circulates on more important roads.
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