Overview
Located in the eastern part of Asturias is the Muniellos Biosphere Reserve which covers over 500 square kilometres. The reserve is characterised by its mountains, valleys and rivers which are largely untouched by man. It is home to the largest oak forest of the peninsula and is one of the best-kept in Europe. The area is crisscrossed by rivers which include the Narcea River and its tributaries (such as Muniellos and Tablizas).
Walking
Visitors require a permit, which can be obtained from the Consejería de Medio Ambiente del Principado de Asturias (Office of Environmental Affairs of the Principality of Asturias) in Tablizas. Information about the reserve’s trails and its environment are available from here.
Animals/Birds
The reserve’s mammals include brown bears, wolves, foxes, wild boars and roe deer
Plants
The large oak forest is predominantly pendunculate oak. It is one of the largest and most important of its kind in Europe. Other trees found here include birch, holly, beech trees, ash trees and poplars.
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