Artisan Cheese Villages in Asturias
17 villages
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134 - 6,344 inhabitants
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Nature 86/100
Artisan Cheese Villages in Asturias: key facts
- 17 villages total
- Cangas de Onís (6,344 inh.)
- Parres (5,150 inh.)
- Coaña (3,321 inh.)
- Avg. altitude: 331 m
Asturias, a region defined by its rugged coastline and the Picos de Europa mountains, boasts a rich tradition of artisan cheesemaking. Seventeen municipalities across the region dedicate themselves to this craft, their villages ranging in altitude from 50 to 700 metres, with an average population of 1807 inhabitants. These communities maintain age-old techniques, producing cheeses that reflect the unique terroir of Asturias. The eastern comarca of Oriente is home to Cangas de Onís, a municipality where visitors can witness the Lagos de Covadonga at dawn, escaping the usual crowds, and sample the artisan Gamonéu cheese from the Picos de Europa. Nearby, in the municipality of Parres, the annual Descenso del Sella canoe race draws participants and spectators alike, while local sidrerías in Arriondas serve arroz con pitu de caleya. These villages offer a glimpse into a rural Spain where tradition and landscape intertwine to create distinctive culinary experiences.
