Morra de Lechugales guided ascent in Picos de Europa

Follow Fran, a certified mountain guide, on this mountaineering adventure in Picos de Europa. Get to the top of Morra de Lechugales and enjoy awesome views!

Cantabrian Mountains

1 Day

Jun - Oct

High

Advanced

Highlights

Reach the top of an amazing 2,441m mountain: Morra de Lechugales.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Picos de Europa range.
Try yourself on a challenging mountaineering terrain.

Description

The Morro Lechugales is one of the most classic mountains of Picos de Europa, and this is your chance to reach its summit with an expert guide. Join me for a stunning mountaineering day!

The Picos de Europa, part of the Cantabrian Mountains, are a 20km mountain chain located on the northern coast of Spain. It encompasses three major massifs: Central (“Los Urrieles”), Eastern (“Ándara”) and Western (“Picos de Cornión”).

This mountaineering adventure will take us to the summit of Morra de Lechugales (2,444m), the highest peak of the Andara Massif. We will meet at Jito de Escarandi (also known as Alto de Sotres), a 1,291m mountain pass, and head up the most common route which traverses the northern side of the mountain.

This is a fun ascent requiring a good fitness level and a short rock climbing section (III to IV level). At the top, we will enjoy spectacular views of the Liebana region, the Duje valley, the Cantabrian peaks, and the impressive plains of Castilla and Leon.

So, if you are up for an awesome mountaineering day trip in Spain, please contact me. Let me take you to the top of Morra de Lechugales!

And if you want, you can also try rock climbing in Picos de Europa!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Personal insurance

Meeting point

Jito de Escarandi (1,291 mts.)

Details

More info

Equipment needed: 40L. backpack, Suitable clothing and footwear, Sunscreen, Lips balm, Front headlight and batteries, Personal first-aid kit, Canteen, Food for the day.

About the guide

Picos A Vista

5.0

(10)

Mountain Leader

Picos a Vista is led by Francisco González, a professional climbing and mountain guide as well as an alpine ski instructor, born and raised in Cantabria. His home mountains, especially the Picos de Europa, were his playground in adolescence and the place where he discovered his passion for the outdoors in all its forms.

With decades of experience, Francisco has explored mountain ranges and climbing areas across Spain, the Alps, and far beyond — from Yosemite and Squamish to Greenland’s remote fjords. His background as a versatile “all-terrain” adventurer allows him to guide safely and confidently in rock, snow, and mixed terrain, always with the aim of sharing the joy of the mountains with others.

Whether leading a technical climb, a scenic trek, or a ski descent, Francisco combines deep local knowledge with a love for exploration, creating unforgettable and authentic mountain experiences.

Certificates

UIMLA

What people are saying about Picos A Vista

Benedik

I booked a tour with Fran to Urriello summit in Picos de Europa. It was an amazing experience and Fran helped me to tick another box in my bucket list. He took best care of my security whilst I was able to enjoy climbing one of the historic routes - still impressive what people dared to do about hundred years ago. I also learned a lot about climbing history in the area and met a guy who is really passionate about what he is doing. He is a great climbing guide and on top of it a great guy to get along with. Much recommended!

Darragh

Fran was an excellent guide, couldn't recommend him highly enough. He as patient and supportive to all members of our group.

We had a great time climbing in Picos!!

We had a great time with the two-day route through Picos de Europa. Our guide Fran has given us a treatment that goes beyond the personal... he has taken care of us, he has taught us lots of tricks, he has made us overcome this physical and psychological challenge we were facing and he has made us fall in love with Picos when we saw it with his eyes. The experience has been so incredible that I am sure I will always remember it. Thank you so much for everything Fran!

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