Vega de Ario is located in the Western Massif of the Picos de Europa.

Also known as El Cornión, in Asturias, the location of this valley makes the Marqués de Villaviciosa refuge have one of the best views of the Picos de Europa. From there, you can observe the Central Massif or the Urrieles, where the peaks stand out … Our hut
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EASTER 2026

We welcome spring at the Vega de Ario Refuge! From March 28th to April 6th, we open our doors just as the clocks change and the new season begins. It’s the perfect time to leave winter behind and step into spring in the heart of the Picos de Europa.

Remember that you can reserve your meal in advance, and if you plan to drive up towards the Lakes of Covadonga, you must book access and register your vehicle’s license plate. We look forward to welcoming you to celebrate the start of this new mountain season together!

Opening of the 2026 Reservation Center

We would like to inform all visitors that the reservation center will open in January 2026.

To make any reservation for the year 2026, it will be essential to manage it exclusively through the Central Reservation System for Mountain Refuges at the following link:

👉 https://www.reservarefugios.com/es/reservar

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain an organized and efficient reservation process.

See you in the mountains!

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