INTRODUCTION

León counts with numerous protected Natural Areas (Espacios Naturales), habitats of rich landscapes, with a special, local flora and fauna. Due to their ecological value, these places have been labeled as National Park, Regional Park, Natural Monument or Biosphere Reserve. In this sense, we can find the Picos de Europa Regional and National Park, Las Médulas, the Sierra de Ancares, the Truchillas and La Baña Lakes, the Hoces de Vegacervera (Gorges of Vegacervera) and the Valleys of Babia and Luna.