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Asturias, Spain

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Asturias: what to see and when to go

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Asturias is green Spain at its wildest: the Picos de Europa rise within sight of the sea, above cliffs, fishing villages and more than 200 beaches. It is a paradise for hikers and food lovers, famous for its cider, fabada bean stew and cheeses.

What to see and do in Asturias

  1. Picos de Europa and the Covadonga lakes

    Glacial lakes, the Covadonga shrine and mountain trails in Spain's oldest national park.

  2. Ruta del Cares

    A 12 km path carved into the walls of a gorge, between Poncebos and Caín.

  3. Cudillero and Lastres

    Fishing villages with colourful houses stacked above the harbour.

  4. Beaches of the east

    Gulpiyuri, a tiny inland beach in a meadow, and the wild Torimbia.

  5. Oviedo and Gijón

    Pre-Romanesque churches, and cider houses where cider is poured from above the head.

Tours and tickets in Asturias

Best time to go

Weather month by month
MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg. high12°13°15°16°18°21°23°24°22°20°15°13°
Rainy days151214141717131114131515

Getting there

FromFlight timeReturn flight
London 1 hr, 45 min≈ €120 · See flights
New York 7 hr, 30 min≈ €450 · See flights
Los Angeles 12 hr, 15 min≈ €580 · See flights
Dubai 8 hr≈ €480 · See flights
Singapore 15 hr, 15 min≈ €650 · See flights
Sydney 23 hr, 15 min≈ €840 · See flights
Stay≈ €70 per night

3 nights from London: ≈ €340 per person, flight and stay included.

Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.

Essentials

Country
Spain
Currency
Euro
Good for
nature · mountains · food · calm · wild
How long to stay
4–6 days
Where to stay
Cangas de Onís for the Picos; Llanes or Ribadesella for the coast; Oviedo or Gijón for city life.Find a place to stay in Asturias

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Frequently asked questions

What's the weather like in Asturias and when should you go?

Average highs range from 12° in January to 24° in August.

How many days do you need in Asturias?

4 to 6 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.

What does a few days in Asturias cost?

Accommodation runs at around €70 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €340 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 1 hr, 45 min.

Where should you stay in Asturias?

Cangas de Onís for the Picos; Llanes or Ribadesella for the coast; Oviedo or Gijón for city life.

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