Naredo de Fenar is the first settlement at the eastern entrance to the Fenar Valley. Two main features can help you plan your trip: its wooded hillside setting, with trails and views of the Torío, and medieval remains in and near the village. If you’re looking for hotels, you can choose your destination by asking yourself one specific question: do you want your stay to combine scenery and walking, or is the area’s history your main interest?
Wooded slopes and trails along the Torío
Las Lamas is a wooded hillside that runs along the southern side of Naredo de Fenar. It has unpaved trails and views of the Torío River. This gives the nature and hiking aspect a specific focus: Las Lamas describes the terrain, while the trails and river views shape the character of this part of the landscape. The Fuente de las Lomas is also along the hiking route near Naredo de Fenar, where hikers can stop for a refreshing drink of water. It is a named stop along the route; the hillside itself is defined by its woods, trails and views of the river.
Medieval traces and traditional work
Remains of a medieval tower survive in the upper part of the village centre. The also-medieval Presa del Salvador is located elsewhere: between Naredo de Fenar and Pardavé, on a platform above the river level. This distinction is also useful for finding your way around: the tower is in the upper village centre, while the Presa is between the two villages.
El Castro adds a different historical dimension. The conical hill near Naredo de Fenar is considered a possible pre-Roman defensive site. Unlike the tower and the Presa, its former function is therefore described as a possibility.
Stoneworking is also part of the area’s history. Medieval documents record La Pedrera, also known as Petraria, as the quarry used to build the cathedral. The traditional work of Naredo de Fenar and Robledo de Fenar also included quarries and lime kilns, among them “Vega Ipina” and “Vega Pepina.” The historical picture thus ranges from surviving architectural remains and a hillfort site whose interpretation is tentative to quarries and lime kilns associated with both villages.
Visits, workshops and horse rides
For a different focus, there is Rancho Canadá, where visitors can tour the stables and take part in themed workshops. Visitor programs may change, so check which activities are currently available before your visit.
The Centro Country Rancho Canadá in Naredo de Fenar has a riding arena and offers horse rentals for rides in the surrounding area. Rancho Canadá also offers guided rides through the surrounding mountains and valleys; confirm the booking details before your trip. The trails and rides offer different ways to experience the area: walking on unpaved paths along the wooded hillside, or taking a guided ride through the mountains and valleys.
More destinations
Discover more destinations: Carrizo De La Ribera, Combarros, Balboa, Zacos, Riego De Ambrós, Salamón, Cembranos, Toral de Merayo.
For the main travel guide: León.
