In Melendreros, walking routes and mill heritage offer concrete points of reference for planning. The PR-AS 140 Peñamayor–Trigueiro is a circular route, while the PR-AS 142 Sendero Peña del Hombre is a linear route with a stated duration. The GR-109 Asturias Interior Stage 9 and the Ruta de los Molinos are also options. You can weigh up which of these possibilities should shape your stay by considering route format, length and theme.

Circular Route and Linear Walk

The approved PR-AS 140 Peñamayor–Trigueiro starts in Melendreros, climbs towards Pozo Funeres and then goes around Pico Triguero. It is 15.8 kilometres long as a circular route, with a maximum elevation of 1,293 metres. The two figures provide different points of reference: the length describes the route, while the elevation indicates its highest point. Check the latest route information before setting out.

On the PR-AS 140, well-maintained paths alternate with paved sections and forest trails. When planning the route, take these different surfaces into account along with the distance and elevation. Its format clearly distinguishes it from the PR-AS 142 Sendero Peña del Hombre: this route is linear, 7.1 kilometres long and rated as easy. It has a stated duration of two hours. This time estimate applies to this route; it cannot be applied to the longer PR-AS 140.

The PR-AS 142 passes the Molín de Fermina and crosses a bridge over the river at a spot with waterfalls. The route then reaches Melendreros. From Xerru la Biesca, it offers views of Castañera, Pedreu and Melendreros. Its description thus combines specific waypoints with a viewpoint, whereas the PR-AS 140 is characterised by its circular format, length and elevation.

A Stage of the GR-109

Stage 9 of the GR-109 Asturias Interior runs from Melendreros to Entrialgo and is 15 kilometres long. Its first section climbs from Melendreros through pastureland and past huts to Campa Fresneo. At 15 kilometres, the stage is close in length to the 15.8-kilometre PR-AS 140. However, the route also matters for planning: the PR-AS 140 is circular, while the GR stage is described as running from Melendreros to Entrialgo.

The GR stage starts at the edge of Los Melendreros, beside the Fuente de la Pipa. The sign marking the start and end of the stage is located there. As trail conditions can change, check the current situation and also check the signs on site before setting out.

Mills as a Cultural Theme

The Ruta de los Molinos passes five mills over a distance of about three kilometres, recalling Asturias’s former subsistence economy. The route continues from the Molín de Honorio to the village of Melendreros. Its approximate length and the number of mills give this route a different profile from the PR trails: the focus here is on mill heritage, not on a stated walking time or maximum elevation.

The restored Molín de Milio also illustrates Asturian mill heritage: the mechanisms and equipment used for milling can be seen there. The mills therefore provide a tangible cultural reference for planning a trip, while the PR-AS 140, PR-AS 142 and GR-109 highlight different route formats and trail information.

Plan Your Stay Around the Route Information

If you are looking for a hotel in Melendreros, considering what you want to focus on can help you choose: would you prefer a circular route, a shorter linear walk, the stage to Entrialgo or the mill heritage? The PR-AS 142 has a stated duration and difficulty rating; the PR-AS 140 has a specified circular format, distance and maximum elevation. For the GR stage, the destination of Entrialgo is also important, as well as the length.

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