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LAS MÉDULAS


THE ROUTE

Las Médulas is a scenic area very close to the city of Ponferrada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997.  

The area is the product of an ancient Roman gold mine, the most important in the entire empire. According to current estimates, around 6,000 kilos of gold were extracted here during the two centuries that the mine was in operation. 

You will also enjoy the beauty of its flora, in particular its famous chestnut and oak trees, its legends and its famous gastronomy. 

Come and discover it with our official guides  

 


ITINERARY

We will start walking from the car park to the start of the route.  

There are 2 options: 

1) Round trip on the same path (short route of 2km),  

2) Circular route (long route of 4km). 

We will visit the caves of: La Encantada and La Cuevona (they may be closed due to risk of landslide so it is advisable to consult beforehand). 

You can also visit the viewpoint of Orellán which can be accessed by private car or walking from below (you need to be in good physical condition and be used to walking on paths with loose stones and steep slopes).


OBSERVATIONS

This guided tour is in Spanish and in other languages. The maximum number of participants varies according to the current Covid-19 regulations, so it is advisable to contact us by email or telephone. 

Please be punctual, 10 minutes before is enough. If you are late we will contact you by phone. 

In Caminosdeleon we are committed to the tourist quality so that all our guides or collaborators are official tourist guides accredited by the Junta de Castilla y León.


ACCESSIBILITY

It is necessary to be able to walk the 2-4km. Wheelchair access is not possible as the road is not asphalted. 

The difficulty of the route is low.


BOOKINGS

You can book by phone or by whatsapp (620433633), from our website, by email (info@caminosdeleon.com) or from Instagram at caminosdeleon_oficial. 

Payment can be made by bank transfer, bizum, paypal or directly in cash at the end of the visit. 

Free cancellation can be made by email or phone up to 24 hours before the activity. If you cancel with less time, arrive late or do not show up, no refund will be offered (you can consult our conditions of purchase if you have any doubts).  


MEETING POINT

Normally in the car park at the entrance to the village.


AVAILABILITY AND SCHEDULES

Monday to Sunday 365 days a year.


PRICE

For our rates in English, Italian or French, please contact us by e-mail (info@caminosdeleon.com) or by phone (+34) 620433633.


RADIO GUIDES

The visit is carried out with a system of individual radio-guides throughout the tour, which are completely disinfected before use with specific products in accordance with the recommendations of the Ministry of Health. 


COVID-19

COVID-19 MEASURES 

Currently the regulations do not oblige to wear a mask outdoors as long as the safety distance is guaranteed, nevertheless from CaminosdeLeon we recommend its use throughout the whole route.


LANGUAGES

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DISTANCIA

2,00 Km.

DURATION

02:00 h.

CAPACITY

50 people.

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PHOTO

Sample photograph of the Las Médulas route

VIDEO


MEETING POINT