Montes de León

#1812 among destinations in Spain

Nature, Natural attraction, Natural feature

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Facts and practical information

The Montes de León is a mountain range in north-western Spain, in the provinces of León and Zamora. This range is located at the confluence of the Cantabrian Mountains and the Macizo Galaico. The summits of the range are often covered with snow in the winter. ()

Alternative names: Maximum elevation: 7178 ftCoordinates: 42°30'0"N, 6°18'0"W

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Castile and LeónSpain

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Montes de León – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cruz de Ferro, Santa Colomba de Somoza.

3.2 miW
Wayside shrine, View point
Cruz de Ferro
83 min walk • La Cruz de Hierro is a crossroads located at the highest point of the French Way of Saint James, at about 1500 m.a.s.l. It is situated between the Spanish towns of Foncebadón and Manjarín, belonging to the municipality of Santa Colomba de Somoza.
3.7 miSE
Locality
Santa Colomba de Somoza
95 min walk • One of the main attractions in Santa Colomba de Somoza is the Church of Santa María, a beautiful Romanesque church dating back to the 12th century. Visitors can admire its stunning facade and intricate carvings, offering a glimpse into the village's past.

Montes de León

Facts and practical information

Montes de León plan & book

Montes de León – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Cruz de Ferro

Santa Colomba de Somoza