Hiking Up Fuente Dé – A Spartan Adventure Awaits in the Picos de Europa
Alright Spartans, get your boots ready – because we’re heading to the Spanish mountains! You’ve probably heard us mention the Picos de Europa a few times… but now it’s real. We’re doing it. And one of the most epic routes on this adventure? The Fuente Dé hike.
So what’s the deal with Fuente Dé?
Let me paint the picture. We’re talking about a wild, rocky landscape straight out of a fantasy film. You hop on this cable car (yep, like a James Bond-style one), and suddenly – boom – you’re in the clouds. The cable car at Fuente Dé lifts you nearly 800 metres in just a few minutes, and from the top… well, the views are next level. Picture deep valleys, snow-capped peaks in the distance, and silence – the kind of silence that only exists in the high mountains.
The hike: Horcados Rojos Circular
From the top station, we’re hitting the Horcados Rojos circular trail, and let me tell you – it’s a stunner. It’s got everything: dramatic cliffs, loose limestone paths, high-altitude air, and that feeling of being tiny in the middle of giant rock walls. It’s not too technical, but you’ll definitely feel like a true mountain warrior.
Halfway through, there’s even a little mountain bar where we can stop, take in the views, maybe grab a drink (or two), and breathe it all in.
And then we descend back down (via cable car again – legs will thank us), feeling like absolute champions.
Why this hike is so special for us
At Hiking in London Club, we’re not just about the miles – we’re about the moments. This hike is one of those routes that stays with you. It’s high-mountain energy without needing to be a mountaineer. It’s wind on your face, rocky trails under your boots, and views that hit different when you're up there with your fellow Spartans.
Oh – and did I mention the local food? After the hike, we’ll head back to Potes, one of the cutest villages in the Picos. And yes, there’s a mountain stew waiting for us. Hot, slow-cooked, and full of flavour. You’ve earned it.
So when are we going?
Very soon. Dates are dropping soon and the spots will go fast. This is one of our highlight events of the year, and once you do it, you'll understand why.
You bring your hiking legs. We’ll bring the views, the vibes, and the adventure.