Centenary Trees

The tourist destination Montaña de Riaño is presented as a true nature tourism haven in León, where family hiking routes allow visitors to discover one of its greatest treasures: the centenary trees and their forests of outstanding ecological and cultural value.

Throughout history, trees have been revered by different cultures, especially by the Celtic people — ancestors of the Vadinienses and Astur tribes — whose close relationship with nature has left a deep symbolic imprint on these mountains. From this ancient tradition come even popular expressions such as “touch wood,” reflecting respect and spiritual connection with the natural environment.

In Montaña de Riaño, emblematic species such as the oak, yew, beech, fir, and holly can be found along interpretative hiking routes that combine nature, history, and environmental education. Each species carries its own symbolism and ecological value, forming part of the unique landscapes of the Cantabrian Mountains.