Overview
The Parque Natural de Redes is located in the central eastern part of the Austuras. It belongs to the region of Nalón. It covers 375 km2 and is characterized by its terrain of mountains; dominated by karst formed limestone, the Atlantic forest, meadows and pastures. The park’s lowest altitude is 400m rising to 2105m.
Walking
Walking routes are abundant. There is a Visitor Centre located in the town of Campo de Caso which can provide maps and information.
Sightseeing
The Museum of Wood in Veneros is an interesting place to visit as well as the Pandu quarter, in Campo de Caso.
Rioseco has an ancient Roman settlement.
Geology
The mountains are limestone and have been carved out by glaciers and eroded by rain. This has left a karst landscape of abysses, canyons, caves and gorges.
Animals/Birds
Brown bear and the otter are found here. There is also an abundant bird life, with about 130 species, among which the capercaillie, the golden eagle, the Egyptian vulture and gohawk. The rocky areas and the scrubs are the habitat of different types of birds. The most numerous game species include red deer, chamois and wild boars. Among domestic animals, the Asturian mountain cow is the most common.
Plants
Approximately 40% of the park is covered by mature forest. Beech forest is predominant, although you can also find oak, holly, ash, yews and ferns. In the mountain passes, the landscape is completed with the colours of narcissus, heather and bilberry.
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