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Looking more like Ireland than Spain, stunning Asturias offers beautiful countryside, snow-capped mountains and old world charm.
An Asturias travel guide is certainly going to be a big help if you’re travelling to this beautiful region of Spain. There is so much on offer that you’re bound to miss something otherwise! A trip to Asturias will take you to the heartland of ‘green Spain’, best known for its acres of lush meadowland, scenic river valleys, mountain peaks, and miles and miles of beautiful beaches. If you’re looking for a part of the country that’s nearly untouched by mass tourism and that still retains a sense of old Spain, a country way of life and genuine Spanish culture, you’ll be in for a treat with Asturias.
...acres of lush meadowland, scenic river valleys, mountain peaks, and miles and miles of beautiful beaches.
Drop into the provincial capital, Oviedo, and check out the scenic old quarter of the town and perhaps a quick taste of the local speciality: cider, or ‘sidra’, from any one of the old fashioned and atmospheric ‘sidreria’ you’ll find in town. Explore the city with its cluster of museums, galleries, cathedrals and lively cafes and bars, and if you’re looking for a tasty treat, don’t miss the ‘churros’ — long donuts sprinkled with sugar and dipped in thick chocolate; an authentic Asturian breakfast dish. Nightlife in the region is lively, but not resort-lively. Think more along the lines of a fun night out for drinks and dancing in a rustic setting, rather than all night raving, although you might just find the occasional exception!
...a fun night out for drinks and dancing in a rustic setting...
One of the major draws of the region is, of course, the countryside, and Asturias certainly favours the more adventurous types of tourists. Well, there are no less than three national parks here after all: Picos de Europa National Park, Parque Natural de Redes and the Parque Natural de Somiedo. Trek out into the Cantabrian Mountains where everything from hiking and climbing to skiing to caving are on offer. Then there is the beautiful coast: Asturias has hundreds of beaches, coves and miles of untouched coastland, perfect for lying in the sand with a good book, or, in the case of Torimbia beach, taking all your clothes off. And for the more adventurous of you, why not take a dip in the Bay of Biscay, but be warned, it’s chilly!
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When to go
Find the best time to visit Asturias with averge monthly temperatures, local weather conditions and more in our Asturias weather guide.
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Things to see and do
Let us help plan your ideal trip to Asturias. Find the most popular tourist attractions as well as lesser-known gems in our guide to Asturias attractions.
