Campiellos combines trails with different profiles, scenic views, and rural architecture. Both the Ruta de Los Cabornos and the PR-AS 123 route to La Xamoca start in the village; the Senda Accesible begins in the upper part of the village. There is also a viewpoint and a rural architectural ensemble of homes and agricultural buildings. You can therefore choose your stay based on what matters most to you: a circular route, a nearly level hillside path, a hiking destination, or local history.
Circular Route and Hillside Path
The Ruta de Los Cabornos is an easy 1.7-kilometer circular route starting in Campiellos. The loop is estimated to take about 45 minutes. It ends at the start of the Senda Accesible de Campiellos. This makes the distinction clear: the Ruta de Los Cabornos is a circular route with a stated duration, while the adjoining path has its own distinct profile.
The Senda Accesible de Campiellos is also known as the CamĂn del Rebollal. It begins in the upper part of the village, follows the hillside on a nearly level path, and passes through a small chestnut and oak forest. The path is about 680 meters long. When choosing between the two paths, you can therefore consider whether you prefer a circuit with a stated duration or a nearly level hillside route with a stretch through the forest.
Accessibility Information on the Senda and at the Viewpoint
The Senda has been adapted for people with reduced mobility. It is signposted in Braille at both ends, and there are also information boards about the local flora and fauna. Near the “Los Cabornos” restaurant, the path starts at a parking area reserved for people with reduced mobility. As facilities and parking conditions may change, check both before your visit.
At the Mirador de Campiellos, there is an information board with Braille text and illustrations. From there, views extend over Rioseco and its reservoir, the heights of Cuyargayos, the Alba Valley, and Soto de Agues. The panorama thus combines views of the reservoir, mountain ridges, the valley, and other nearby places.
Hillside Setting, Natural Area, and La Xamoca
Campiellos lies halfway up the hillside on the right bank of the Rioseco reservoir. The PR-AS 123 route to La Xamoca also starts here. It runs almost entirely through the Redes Natural Park and Biosphere Reserve. The area is also part of the Natura 2000 network and includes both an SAC and an SPA. From the summit of La Xamoca, there are panoramic views of the Rioseco reservoir and the surrounding valleys. Alongside trails in the village, travel plans can therefore include a route through the Redes area and a summit panorama.
Rural Architecture and History
Campiellos’s rural architectural ensemble includes homes and agricultural buildings. Hórreos, stables, tenadas, and washhouses give the ensemble its distinctive character: the village’s built landscape includes various kinds of rural structures, not just a single historic landmark. The Ermita de San Nicolás was founded in 1673, adding a dated historical reference to this architectural picture.
The Cabornos around Campiellos also shape the character of the area. They are old grafted chestnut trees, many of which are several hundred years old. They form part of the traditional landscape along the route. Together with the trails, the viewpoint, and the rural buildings, they offer different ways to experience Campiellos: through walking, the landscape, and the village’s history.
For the broader travel overview: Campiellos.
