Both routes run through the Hermida Gorge in the Picos de Europa, operated by Multiaventura San Vicente, and both are conducted in Spanish and English. The 40 € El Milar route wraps up in 2.5h and is rated "Occasionally sporty", meaning you'll hit real physical sections on the iron rungs and cable traverses. The 60 € Los Puentes route runs 4.5h, covers more vertical terrain with its signature bridge crossings, and is open to all fitness levels despite the longer commitment. Pick El Milar for a sharper, more intense 2.5h hit. Pick Los Puentes if you want a full half-day in the gorge and are bringing people of mixed ability.
Best rush for the price
Via Ferrata el Milar, in the Hermida Gorge, Picos de Europa
At 40 €, El Milar packs an "Occasionally sporty" physical challenge into 2.5h on the exposed limestone walls of the Hermida Gorge.
Best for groups of mixed ability
Vía ferrata Los Puentes en la Hermida, Picos de Europa
Los Puentes runs 4.5h and is rated "Everybody welcome", making it the right pick when fitness levels in your group vary.
Season
May – October
Coordinates
43.2477°N, -4.1670°EEquipment
Harness, helmet and via ferrata lanyard are standard kit and typically provided by Multiaventura San Vicente. Wear approach shoes or sturdy hiking boots with ankle support. For the 4.5h Los Puentes route, pack water and a light layer as the Hermida Gorge can be cool in the shade.
Getting there
Meet Multiaventura San Vicente at C/Fuente Nueva, 2, San Vicente de la Barquera, Cantabria, roughly 60 km west of Santander via the A-8 motorway.
Updated on 3 March 2026