Nalón Valley: History on the wheels of your bike

Description

The Nalon Valley is one of those places where history and nature intertwine to create a unique environment. Formerly known as the mining heart of Asturias, today it is reinvented as an essential destination for cycling and adventure lovers. The traces of the industrial past -old mining roads, tunnels and coal washhouses- have been transformed into the **Coal Trails**, a network of spectacular routes that combine heritage, landscape and sport. Along the route, visitors can **re-live the history of coal** while pedaling along paths that wind through forests, mountains and vestiges of mining. Interpretive signs, viewpoints and rest areas invite you to stop and learn how the identity of an entire region was forged. Each section of the Coal Trails is designed for **different levels and styles**: from gentle cultural rides perfect for families and cycle tourists, to **technical and flowy descents** that challenge the most experienced riders. The combination of natural sections, reclaimed areas and panoramic views of the valley make this route a complete experience, uniting the legacy of the past with the energy of modern cycling. In the Nalón Valley, each pedal stroke is a tribute to its history and a celebration of the present: a place where the mining spirit is still alive, now transformed into a passion for the mountains and sport.

Itinerary

1. Coal Trails - Lower and Upper Nalón

Level: Family
Distance: 10-15 km (round trip)
Elevation gain: 100-150 m
Estimated duration: 3 hours
Terrain: Asphalt and compact
Suitable for: Gravel, touring or mountain bike

A heritage and accessible route, ideal for families and cyclists looking for a quiet and cultural experience. The route crosses the reconditioned greenways that surround Pola de Laviana, Entrialgo and Villoria, among old mining vestiges, tunnels and railway bridges converted into nature trails.
The environment, surrounded by mountains and native vegetation, allows you to enjoy a relaxed and educational ride, where each stop reveals part of the coal mining legacy of the region. Perfect for discovering the Nalón at a leisurely pace.

⛰️ 2. Coal Trails - Flow Trail

Level: Moderate
Distance: 16-20 km (round trip)
Elevation gain: 800-1000 m
Estimated duration: 4 hours
Terrain: Mixed (asphalt, compacted earth and trails)
Suitable for: Mountain bike / e-bike
Additional option: 4X4 to the highest point (20 € per person)

Designed for those looking for fun and technical progression, this route takes advantage of the natural terrain to create a dynamic route, with superelevations, modular jumps and flowing curves.
Ideal for enjoying mountain biking without reaching extreme difficulty, it combines sections of forest, open areas and panoramic viewpoints. The Flow Trail is a living experience: speed, technique and scenery in perfect balance.

🏔️ 3. Carbon Trails - MTB

Level: Advanced
Distance: 20-40 km (round trip)
Elevation gain: 900-1200 m
Estimated duration: 5 hours
Terrain: Technical (ascents, descents, single track, rock and roots)
Suitable for: Mountain bike / e-bike
Additional option: 4X4 to the highest point (20 € per person).

The complete and most demanding version of the Coal Trails. An itinerary for experienced cyclists that combines industrial heritage, technical sections and wild nature.
It includes ascents to panoramic viewpoints, descents along natural trails and passes through old mining exploitations that today merge with the forest.
A challenging and spectacular route, ideal for those seeking variety, technique and adventure in the heart of the Nalón Valley.

Places you will see

Sóton Well

Former mining railroad tracks

Redes Natural Park

Includes

Guía profesional

Extras

Before confirming your experience or route, please note that booking does not automatically guarantee availability for the dates selected.

Although the booking process is completed on the web, it is necessary to confirm availability with our team in advance to ensure that the activity can take place on the desired dates.

We recommend that you contact us directly after booking to verify your place and coordinate all the details of the itinerary.

📞 Contact: 623406302
📧 Email: info@livetwoexperience.com

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