Reserva de la biosfera de Os Ancares Lucenses y Montes de Cervantes, Navia y Becerreá

The reserve spans 53,664 hectares across the Ancares mountains, featuring deep valleys, rivers, and elevations reaching 1,935 meters at Mustallar Peak.

The area received UNESCO Biosphere Reserve designation in 2006, becoming part of a global network focused on balancing human activities with environmental protection.

Local communities maintain traditional practices of extensive livestock farming, which contributes to the preservation of natural habitats and wolf populations.

The reserve encompasses three municipalities - Cervantes, Navia de Suarna, and Becerrea - with numerous hiking trails through oak and birch forests.

This territory marks the western limit of European beech trees, containing 35 types of flora habitats and providing sanctuary for brown bears and capercaillies.

GPS coordinates: 42.89833,-6.97833

Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:56