ROAD GUIDE
Five Roads You’ll Want to Come Back and Ride
Northern Spain’s best roads extend beyond the main route. Here are five unforgettable roads that will have you planning your next trip before you even get home.
Five Roads You’ll Want to Come Back and Ride
1. N-621 – The Road to Potes
Often regarded as one of Spain’s finest driving and riding roads, the N-621 climbs through the dramatic Hermida Gorge before emerging into some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in Cantabria. Flowing corners, spectacular views and light traffic make it unforgettable.
2. AS-114 – The Picos Gateway Road
Connecting Cangas de Onís with Panes, the AS-114 offers a wonderful introduction to the Picos de Europa. Fast sweepers, mountain views and excellent road surfaces combine to create a fantastic riding experience.
3. CA-281 – Cantabria’s Hidden Gem
Far less famous than many of Spain’s headline roads, the CA-281 rewards riders with quiet tarmac, rolling countryside and a wonderful sense of discovery.
4. Puerto de San Glorio
One of northern Spain’s great mountain passes. The climb offers stunning views over the Picos de Europa and delivers a perfect combination of sweeping bends and dramatic scenery.
5. Desfiladero de la Hermida
At over 20 kilometres in length, this is one of Spain’s longest gorges. The road twists between towering rock walls while the river rushes below, creating one of the country’s most memorable riding experiences.
Planning Your Return
One of the joys of northern Spain is that many of its best roads lie just beyond the route covered in this guide. Riders often leave with a growing list of roads they’d like to explore next time – and that’s perhaps the greatest compliment any touring destination can receive.
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