There are two specific ways to get to know Perlleces: as part of a village driving tour and by exploring the rural paths in the area. From Cardes, the road leads through Onao to Perlleces; from there, the drive can continue as a loop through the surrounding villages. The road route offers views of the Picos de Europa and the Vega del Güeña. So when choosing where to go, there is more to consider than a single stop: you can combine the drive with scenic views and also set aside time for walks.

The chapel and historical connections to the village

One official tourism name for the small rural chapel in Perlleces is Capilla de San Antonio; another source calls it Capilla de San José. It has a rectangular nave, a rectangular presbytery and a portico at the entrance. The portal has a round arch with radially arranged voussoirs. The chapel is also listed in the Architectural Inventory of Asturias (IPAA) and the Cangas de Onís Urban Planning Catalogue. The nave is the main part of the building; the presbytery is the liturgical area by the altar. This helps distinguish the two rectangular sections, while the portico and round arch frame the entrance. Visitors interested in rural religious architecture will find both a clearly defined floor plan and a distinctive detail on the portal.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a festival in honour of San José was held in Perlleces every year on 8 August. This historical detail about the village complements the architectural features of the chapel with a traditional festival.

Route to Cueva del Buxu

The official Pico el Arbolín route goes as far as Cardes. There, signs point to Cueva del Buxu; from Cardes, the cave can be reached on foot via a path that takes a little over 20 minutes. Arrange your visit in advance through the Cangas de Onís tourist office. Check the current arrangements with the tourist office before your visit. Planning a cave visit therefore involves both the walk from Cardes and making arrangements in advance.

Walking in the surrounding area

Around Perlleces, you can explore small country paths and discover the landscapes near the hamlets of Tresano, Carrocéu, La Metía and Cebia. A route description recorded in August 2021 also lists the Perlleces–Tresanu–Carroceu (ASTURIAS) circular route: 8.76 kilometres, rated easy. Check the trail conditions before setting out.

The walking options answer different planning questions: an approximate walking time is given for the route from Cardes to the cave, while the circular route has a stated distance and difficulty rating. The time given for the cave is therefore not a walking time for the loop. The road route, in turn, is described in terms of its views of the Picos de Europa and the Vega del Güeña. This makes it possible to choose between the village driving tour, a cave visit arranged in advance, and the circular route with its stated distance.

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For the main travel guide: Cangas De Onis.