Mountain refuge Refugio de Montaña Monte Guiana o Aquiana

The Aquilians Montes dominate the Bierzo horizon, rising as a natural barrier between the Sil and the Oza River basins. In this environment of the Latvian Tebaida, the Mountain Refuge Monte Guiana or Aquiana is located in an isolated and strategic position, very close to the summit that gives it name. Its location allows us to understand the transition between the deep valleys of San Adrián de Valdueza and the crest of the high lion mountain.

Key point in the network of trails

For those who seek route planning for the Montes de León, this facility serves as support for long-distance routes such as the Trip or Natural Way The Circular View . It is also a point of reference for the hikers who travel the network of La Tebaida Berciana (PRC-LE 14), facilitating the link between the different sides of the massif and the nearby Roman channels.

The immediate closeness with the peak Aquiana located at 1846 meters, it makes the shelter an operational base to progress along the corral towards larger summits. From here there is continuous access to elevations such as Pico Tuerto , which exceeds two thousand meters, the Upper Berdiains or Major Cross , forming a route of technical crest and exposed to the dominant relief.

High mountain environment and logistics

Due to its location at 1815 meters of altitude, the Mountain Refuge Monte Guiana or Aquiana is conditioned by weather exposure and wind. It is essential to provide for a lack of water in the vicinity, as the nearest supply points are several kilometres away. Total autonomy is essential in order to deal with the days in this area of Aquilians .