Puerto de Ventana has regularly appeared in the Vuelta a España during the last 25 years, often from this side, which is the easier of the two ascents.
The scenery here is picturesque with the Somiedo Mountains visible to the north and the west and the Ubiñas Natural Park providing great views to the east. This is a great climb to include on a longer circular ride.
Puerto de Ventana is often cleared of snow in the winter months, so it is usually possible to climb it throughout the year. However, from May to October is best, when the weather is warmer and the snow has all melted away.
It is very picturesque when the flowers are in blossom
Roads & Traffic
The road is in very good condition and there is little traffic throughout the climb.
The road winds through beautiful mountain scenery
Alternative Routes
Puerto de Ventana can also be climbed from the Asturias region in the north. This is the significantly harder side, with the climb startin in San Martín de Teverga.
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