Morcín: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Morcín forms part of the protected landscape of the Sierra del Aramo, an almost 20-kilometre-long and seven-kilometre-wide limestone ridge. Those choosing Morcín as a destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment there.
Landscape and Trails
The protected landscape of the Sierra del Aramo can be reached via the regional AS-229 road between Pola de Lena and Bárzana. At the northern end of the Embalse de Alfilorios there is a recreation area and a small viewpoint overlooking Monsacro, where two medieval chapels are located. Access to the Embalse de Alfilorios is via Santolaya from the N-630, taking the MO-1 and MO-2 towards Los Alfilorios. Waterfowl can be observed at the Embalse de Alfilorios.
From La Vara, the ascents to Mostayal and Gamonal each take two to three hours; the municipal route descriptions rate both ascents as easy. The Peñerudes and Torreón route is suitable for all target groups. The route to Pico Llosorio is a 12.82-kilometre circular mountain hike that starts and ends in La Foz de Morcín. In clear weather, the 360-degree view from the summit of Pico Llosorio extends from the Picos de Europa to the Cantabrian Sea.
Culture and History
The Torreón de Peñerudes is classified as a Bien de Interés Cultural. Monsacro is home to the Ermita de la Magdalena and the Ermita de Santiago; both are classified as Bienes de Interés Cultural, with classifications dated 8 May 1992. The Ermita de la Magdalena stands on the summit of Monsacro, is a late Romanesque building from the 13th and 14th centuries, and is located very close to the Chapel of Santiago.
The Muséu Etnográficu de la Llechería belongs to the network of ethnographic museums of Asturias. It is located in the former ore bins of the Pozo Monsacro mine. Advance reservation is required to visit the Muséu Etnográficu de la Llechería. On the Mina La Esperanza route, adits, railway tunnels and mining facilities can be seen as evidence of the area's industrial past. The Cueva del Molín, also known as the Entrefoces rock shelter, is of natural and archaeological interest.
The mountains of Morcín contain megalithic burial mounds and burials. La Foz was awarded the title of Pueblo Ejemplar by the Fundación Princesa de Asturias.
Local Traditions
The Quesu d'Afuega'l Pitu competition showcases cheeses from artisan producers throughout Asturias. The competition takes place on the following Sunday.
More local pages: Argame, Peñanes, Las Vegas De Cardeo.
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