Bustiello – Sovilla

Mining Valleys

Bustiello – Sovilla

2 km · Easy · Mieres. Mining Valleys.

In Mieres, the Bustiello – Sovilla trail forms part of the Principality of Asturias’ official greenway network. It is 2 km long. It is for pedestrian use only.

The route goes from Poblado minero de Bustiello - Barrio de Sovilla (Santa Cruz de Mieres). It is an easy trail: good surface, gentle slopes and no significant technical sections.

It is promoted by Local council, within the Asturias Greenways Catalogue (2011). As across the whole network, it is worth checking the current state of the signage before setting off: more than a decade has passed since the official cataloguing.

How to get there

The trail runs through Mieres, between Poblado minero de Bustiello - Barrio de Sovilla (Santa Cruz de Mieres).

This trail has no parseable coordinates in the official catalogue yet.

Before you go: the official catalogue dates from 2011. Check the state of the signage and surface if the trail has not been updated for a while, especially after storms.

What to bring

  • Comfortable closed shoes; if the difficulty is moderate or high, trekking footwear is better.
  • Plenty of water: most greenways have no fountains along the whole route.
  • Sun or rain protection depending on the season — Asturian weather changes fast.

Technical data according to the Asturias Greenways Catalogue (Principality of Asturias, 2011). Times marked as "estimated" are our own calculation at a gentle pace (3.8 km/h), not an official figure.

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FAQs

Bustiello – Sovilla — FAQs

Answers to the most common questions before you head out.

How long does the Bustiello – Sovilla trail take?

According to the official catalogue about 30 min for its 2 km. The difficulty is easy.

Can you cycle the Bustiello – Sovilla trail?

No: the official catalogue classifies it as a pedestrian-only trail.

Where is the Bustiello – Sovilla trail and which municipalities does it pass through?

It runs through Mieres. The route connects Poblado minero de Bustiello - Barrio de Sovilla (Santa Cruz de Mieres).

Is this trail suitable for children?

With its low difficulty and short length it is one of the most sensible options in the catalogue for families, though it is always worth considering the age of the youngest and carrying water and comfortable footwear.

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