Orallo brings together visible traces of mining and distinctive village architecture. The headframe of the Pozo Calderón mine is a prominent landmark. Los Cuarteles de Orallo refers to a district of miners’ housing. Here, mining history is encountered on two different scales: as a single structure and as a residential district.

Mining History and Architecture

Orallo’s village square is home to the school, a stone building designed by architect Amós Salvador Carreras. Its location, materials and architect give the building a distinctive place in the village. Elements of the Laciana Valley’s traditional architecture have also been preserved in its houses: slate roofs, thick walls made of stone slabs, windows with lintels and, in some places, hórreos. These different architectural details combine to reflect the character of the village’s traditional architecture.

The Church of Santa Marina has Romanesque origins; two stone chairs stand by the altar. Another prominent building is the palatial 18th-century manor house that belonged to the Álvarez Carballo family. Its architectural ensemble includes an arched gateway, a coat of arms between columns and a private chapel. Signs of weathering can be seen on the building. Together, the school, church and manor house offer different starting points for exploring the village’s architectural history.

Routes between the Village and the Brañas

The Ruta Miña y Brañas passes through Orallo and includes the Brañas de Orallo as a named section. The route is listed as 22.3 kilometres long and 100% rideable. This provides two specific details for planning: the route’s length and its stated rideability. A traditional washhouse is also located along the section of the route that passes through Orallo.

The Ruta Pico El Río, San Miguel is located near Orallo. On the climb to Pico El Río, it offers a view of the Braña de Orallo. The route is signposted with directional signs, trail markers and white-and-yellow markings. On a climb to the Brañas de Castrocuchar, a spring covered with stone slabs can be found in a meadow.

A renovated bathing spot with a recreational area is another local destination. It lies at the edge of Orallo, on the way to the Braña. Its location sets it apart from the village’s buildings and adds another leisure area to the routes.

For planning purposes, the routes can be distinguished by the information provided for each: the Ruta Miña y Brañas focuses on length and rideability, while the Ruta Pico El Río, San Miguel features views of the Braña de Orallo and trail markings. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Orallo, these different highlights can help you decide what you would like to focus on during your stay.

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