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Naranjo de Bulnes

Naranjo de Bulnes, Guided climb via the South Face

Reach the summit of Naranjo de Bulnes with Pablo, an AEGM certified guide. Follow him into this wonderful adventure, and get the best views of the Picos de Europa.


TRIP TYPE

Private

MOUNTAIN RANGES

Cantabrian Mountains

DURATION

1 Day

OFFER PERIOD

Jun - Sep

FITNESS LEVEL

Fit

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

PAYMENT METHODS

Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

5.0

Based on 6 reviews

  • Get the best views of Picos de Europa and its surroundings
  • Follow an expert guide to the summit of Naranjo de Bulnes
  • Reach the top of this magnificent peak via South Face

Description

Naranjo de Bulnes (2,519 m), or Picu Urriellu is the most representative mountain in the Picos de Europa, mountain range.

This colossal limestone peak is located in the Central Massif, in Asturias, Spain. Join me on this guided ascent via the South Face. Due to the location of this route, it is a fairly straight ascent. Hence it is the easiest, fastest and most accessible route to the top of Picu. Also, there are rappelling areas available in both sides of the normal route.

The itinerary I recommend departs from the refuge, taking the road that leads us to the Celada Canal, just under the North Face of Naranjo de Bulnes. Thereupon, the trekking ahead is pretty relaxed until the bivouac shelters’ area at the South Face. Then we’ll put on a helmet and start climbing through a series of steps following our route, with five different sections.

The first one is short but with a Vº pass at the initial part. Then, the second section begins with an easy path, followed by a straight road that will lead us to the third section. After completing the third part, culminating in a area with parabolts and a chain, we’ll begin the fourth section of our ascent, with holes, fairways and a IV+ pass. Finally we’ll reach the fifth and last section of about 40 meters.

And once we reach the summit of Naranjo de Bulnes, we will get the absolutely most mesmerizing views of Picos de Europa.

If you want to join this amazing mountaineering adventure, send me a request. I promise it will be an unforgettable trip.

Looking for another adventure? I also guide this 1-day Via ferrata Camaleño in the Picos de Europa.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Secure your spot with just 25% payment

48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking


About the guide: Pablo

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Pablo

5.00

(9)

Rock Guide

Hello! My name is Pablo. I was born in Cantabria (northern Spain) in 1984.
I'm alpinist, nature and a lover of my home, el Valle de Liébana. I work as a local guide in Picos de Europa National Park, the first National Park of Spain. I do organize adventure trips and several-day expeditions combining hiking and climbings. After ten years working in these lands as a guide, I set out my own mountain guide service company, Liébana Aventura. I try to keep a close relationship with my clients and share my knowledge, love and respect for this very rugged and at the same time beautiful environment. My certifications are: Sports technician II in mountain, climbing and cannyoning / Member of the Spanish Association of Mountain Guides No. 1107.

Certificates

AEGM

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What people are saying about this trip

Julia

5.00

Unforgettable experience with Pablo!! He was very patient with me (It was my first time on traditional climbing) and made the guidance very fun. He transmits security in all his actions and under my point of view he represents what a good leader should have. After this he became my personal guide for every adventure I want to do. Totally recommended!!

Justin

5.00

I have visited with Pablo different emblematic places of the Picos de Europa such as the fantastic Naranjo de Bulnes through different routes. Normally every summer I have enjoyed rock climbing with his company. My experience with Pablo has been fantastic. He is a passionate guide of his work that always has safety by flag, very friendly and pleasant. I recommend 100%.

Michelle

5.00

He is a really good guide. My experience with him was excelent.

Michael

5.00

I am 76 years old and I had an excellent treatment with Pablo climbing Naranjo de Bulnes. He knew how to help me to reach the summit! It was a great experience. I am so happy about doing that. I will do it again in the moment that I can.

Ethan

5.00

Perfect Guide. Very Safe and he Knows Everything in Picos de Europa. Top Level. I climbed with Pablo Pico Urriellu, Horcados Rojos and Torrecerredo.

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