Holiday in Asturias
Region in Spain — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇪🇸
Country
Spain
Type
Region
Best time to travel
June to September for stable weather. May and October mild with fewer visitors. Green and attractive year-round.
Budget/day
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Oviedo/Asturias (transfer in Madrid, about 4h) or Bilbao (2h direct flight) with a 3h drive. Also accessible by ferry from France.
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What makes Asturias special as a destination?
Asturias is the green heart of northern Spain and a region that does not conform to the typical Spain cliché. Instead of sunburnt plains, visitors can expect emerald green valleys, dramatic cliffs, and the snow-capped peaks of the Picos de Europa, which rise immediately behind the coast. This autonomous community on the Cantabrian Sea has preserved its original character - mass tourism has never arrived here, making Asturias a hidden gem for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts. The pre-Romanesque churches from the 9th century are part of the UNESCO World Heritage and testify to the time when Asturias was the last Christian kingdom on the Iberian Peninsula. The capital, Oviedo, enchants with its elegant old town, the magnificent cathedral complex, and the lively sidra culture. Cider is served here in a unique way: poured from a great height into the glass to create the right carbonation. The coast offers hidden coves, wild surf beaches, and picturesque fishing villages like Cudillero and Luarca. In the hinterland, hiking trails lead through the Desfiladero del Cares, one of the most spectacular gorges in Europe. Asturias is also a paradise for gourmets - Fabada Asturiana, Cabrales cheese, and fresh fish characterize one of the best regional cuisines in Spain. For German travelers seeking an authentic and unspoiled Spain away from the tourist trails, Asturias is a revelation.
What are the top highlights in Asturias?
The top highlights in Asturias include Picos de Europa, Covadonga, Cudillero, Oviedo Old Town, Playa de Gulpiyuri.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Picos de Europa
Majestic limestone mountain range with peaks over 2,600 meters, vulture colonies, and the legendary Cares Gorge
Covadonga
Historic pilgrimage site with a cave church and two turquoise mountain lakes in a grand mountainous setting
Cudillero
Picturesque fishing village with colorful houses that amphitheater-like hug the small harbor
Oviedo Old Town
Elegant capital with pre-Romanesque UNESCO churches, Gothic cathedral, and lively sidra street
Playa de Gulpiyuri
Unique inland beach - a natural sea pool a hundred meters from the coast
Hotels in Asturias
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When is the best time to visit Asturias?
The best time to visit Asturias is June to September for stable weather. May and October mild with fewer visitors. Green and attractive year-round.. In winter:
Recommended travel time
June to September for stable weather. May and October mild with fewer visitors. Green and attractive year-round.
Summer
Winter
How much does a holiday in Asturias cost?
Budget travellers: /day, mid-range: /day, luxury: /day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Asturias?
Flight to Oviedo/Asturias (transfer in Madrid, about 4h) or Bilbao (2h direct flight) with a 3h drive. Also accessible by ferry from France.
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Learn to drink sidra properly - pouring from a height is part of the ritual, let the waiter do it if in doubt
Pack hiking shoes - the Ruta del Cares is a must, but many coastal paths are spectacular too
Don't forget a rain jacket, even in summer it can suddenly rain, but often the sun shines right after
Try Cabrales cheese on-site - at the cave cheese museum in Arenas de Cabrales, you can learn all about the aging process
Book casas rurales - the rural holiday homes in the mountain villages offer the most authentic Asturias experience
What should you eat in Asturias?
Typical specialities in Asturias: Fabada Asturiana - hearty bean stew with chorizo, morcilla, and bacon, the Asturian national dish, Cachopo - breaded and fried veal schnitzel filled with ham and cheese, a popular main dish, Cabrales - strong blue cheese that is aged in natural caves of the Picos de Europa, Sidra Natural - unfiltered cider that is poured from a great height and must be consumed immediately, Arroz con leche - creamy rice pudding with cinnamon and caramelized sugar crust, a typical dessert.
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