Asturias Travel Guide: Mountains, Coast, and Caves
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@rediscovering_emily_
13 places on the map
Explore the map in the DocentPro app13 places in Spain: Cudillero, Lakes of Covadonga, Sanctuary of Covadonga, and 10 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Emily in Andalucía | Travel Creator.
Cudillero
Place
• Colorful fishing village built into a hillside on the Asturian coast • First place the creator visited • About a 20-minute drive from Asturias airport
Lakes of Covadonga
Lake
4.7
• Beautiful mountain lakes surrounded by Picos de Europa National Park scenery ✓ During peak season, access is only via park and ride with ALSA • Choose car parks close to Covadonga for convenience
Sanctuary of Covadonga
Church
4.8
• Peaceful cave sanctuary built into the mountainside • Visit the nearby Basilica of Santa María la Real de Covadonga
Llastres
Place
• Picturesque fishing village with traditional houses • Perched on a hillside overlooking the Jurassic coastline • Near the Dinosaur Museum for more learning
Playa de La Griega
Beach
4.6
• Beautiful golden sand beach near Llastres • Home to some of the world's largest dinosaur footprints
Paseo de San Pedro
Landmark
4.8
• Coastal walk with a rugged and dramatic coastline • Offers beautiful views of the sea and rock formations
Llanes
Place
• Charming coastal town with a historic center and harbor • Features a beautiful sandy beach • See the colorful Cubos de la Memoria along the waterfront
Bulnes
Place
• Mountain village in Asturias accessible only by hike or funicular • Known for its remote location and traditional Asturian architecture • The hike offers stunning views of the surrounding Picos de Europa
The Cares Trail
Place
• Popular hiking trail through a deep gorge in the Picos de Europa • Offers dramatic views of cliffs, mountains, and the Cares River ✓ Can be crowded during peak season, go early
Picos de Europa National Park
National park
4.8
• Mountain range and national park with diverse landscapes • Home to stunning hiking trails, deep gorges, and unique wildlife • Popular for mountaineering and rural tourism
La Cuevona de cuevas del agua
Landmark
4.7
• Natural cave that serves as the only road access to the village of Cuevas del Agua • Unique experience of driving or walking through a natural cave formation • Lit at night, making for an interesting passage
Mirador
Scenic spot
4.9
• Viewpoint offering panoramic views of Ribadesella and its beach • Ideal spot for photography and enjoying coastal scenery • Accessible by car or a short hike from the town
Mirador del Naranjo de Bulnes (Picu Urriellu)
Scenic spot
4.7
• Viewpoint for the iconic Naranjo de Bulnes peak in the Picos de Europa • Offers a spectacular vista of the mountains and green valleys • Great spot for a photo stop while exploring the region
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