The GR105 passes through Següencu; a mountain bike circuit leading to the Mirador de Següencu starts and ends in Cangas de Onís. La Porra de Socastiello adds a fortification to the mix. Hiking, a cycling route, mountain views and archaeological heritage offer different focal points for planning your trip.
The GR105 through Següencu
The GR105 leads to the upper part of Següencu, passes through the village and then reaches a signposted turnoff to Pico Següenco. The route therefore passes through the village; the turnoff provides a clear landmark pointing towards Pico Següenco. Check the route and signage before setting out.
After leaving Següencu, the GR105 offers views of the Cornión massif in the Picos de Europa. The route also reaches a sign marking the entrance to Picos de Europa National Park. The landscape and trail markers provide two distinct points of reference: views of the Cornión massif and the marked park entrance.
Mountain bike circuit and viewpoint
The mountain bike circuit to the Mirador de Següencu starts and ends in Cangas de Onís. Its route differs from the GR105, which passes through Següencu and reaches a signposted turnoff to Pico Següenco. If you are choosing between the two options, you can start by comparing the mode of travel and the route: the GR105 on foot through the village, or the mountain bike loop to the viewpoint. The surface conditions on the mountain bike route can change, so check its condition before setting off.
The Mirador de Següencu offers views of the Sella and Güeña valleys, the Sueve and the western massif of the Picos de Europa. On the GR105, the view after leaving the village is of the Cornión massif. The landscapes are therefore distinct: from the viewpoint, you can see several named valleys and mountain areas; along the GR105, the focus is on the Cornión massif.
La Porra de Socastiello and San Pachu
La Porra de Socastiello, also known as Porra de la Portiella, is a fortification in Següencu. It lies on Llanu del Picu, a rounded limestone rise in the Sierra de Brenga, at an elevation of 504 metres. The site is oval and measures 25 × 10 metres; its central crown is five metres wide. The remains and rubble may indicate a tower-like structure.
One interpretation links the fortification to control of the livestock route from Següencu. The measurements and remains describe the site itself; its possible role in connection with the livestock route should be distinguished from these as a historical interpretation. The archaeological interest therefore encompasses both the form of the remains and a possible explanation of their function.
San Pachu is the local name for a veneration of Saint Francis of Assisi in Següencu. During a procession to San Pachu on 4 October, villagers took part with all the domestic animals in the village. This procession offers a different perspective on the history of the place than the fortification: here, the focus is on a religious celebration and the participation of domestic animals.
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