Mountain refuge Refugio de Santa Marina

Transit through the ports of Pineda

The way through road to the ports of Pineda defines the nature of this sector of Palentina Mountain where the relief rises from the valleys of Pisuerga beer towards the summits of the Fuentes Carrionas . This support point is located at a crossroads of long-distance routes, being a place of passage for those who follow the route of GR 1 or The way of the Asturias at an altitude of 1451 metres. The area has a marked transition between the low forests and the high mountain clear slopes, an environment conditioned by weather exposure and the absence of water sources in the vicinity, which requires the mountaineer to have strict planning based on water autonomy.

Support point for summits

The position of the Santa Marina Refuge It is strategic to link days or as a basis for reaching the elevations that mark the border with Cantabria. From its location, the terrain becomes demanding to the north, facilitating access to important peaks such as the Pico Lezna with its 2208 meters of altitude, or Pico El Hospital . It also allows exploring nearby elevations such as Peña Cadañal , integrating in a natural way into the itinerary of Senda del Gigante del Valle Aleguho . Since it is a construction in an isolated area without services, it is essential to have adequate equipment for the night and to verify the stability of the time before starting the approach.