How many Hiking Villages are there in Asturias?

There are 31 Hiking Villages in Asturias, Spain. They sit at an average altitude of 376 metres.

Which are the largest Hiking Villages in Asturias?

The largest Hiking Villages in Asturias by population are: Mieres (36,373 inhabitants), Laviana (12,352 inhabitants), Aller (10,011 inhabitants).

What to do in the Hiking Villages of Asturias?

In the Hiking Villages of Asturias you can enjoy hiking trails and mountain viewpoints, visiting local heritage sites, sampling regional cuisine. Each village has its own character and traditions worth exploring.

Hiking Villages in Asturias

31 villages · 134 - 36,373 inhabitants · Nature 85/100

Hiking Villages in Asturias: key facts

31 villages total
Mieres (36,373 inh.)
Laviana (12,352 inh.)
Aller (10,011 inh.)
Altitude range: 50 – 850 m

Asturias, a region in northern Spain, offers a network of 31 municipalities ideal for hiking enthusiasts. These villages, with an average population of 3,029, provide access to diverse landscapes, from river valleys to mountain peaks reaching 850m. The municipality of Mieres, located in the Caudal comarca at an altitude of 200m, presents a blend of industrial history and natural beauty. Here, the Poblado minero de Bustiello showcases 19th-century industrial paternalism. Further east, Laviana, within the Nalón comarca, sits at 290m and is famed for the Ruta del Alba, a trail cutting through gorges and past waterfalls. These Asturian communities offer more than just hiking; they provide a window into the region's cultural heritage and culinary traditions. The varied altitudes and terrains mean hikes can range from gentle valley walks to challenging ascents, catering to all levels of experience. Salas, in western Asturias, offers a different flavour, with its Romanesque architecture and connection to the Camino de Santiago.

31 villages to explore

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The hiking villages of Asturias, scattered across various comarcas, present a diverse tapestry of experiences. In the Caudal comarca, Mieres (population 36,373) offers a unique combination of industrial heritage and natural landscapes. After a hike, sample the 'cachopo minero' and local cider in the 'chigres' (taverns) of the town centre. Aller (population 10,011), also in Caudal, features the Xurbeo waterfall nestled among beech forests; be sure to try the hearty 'pote de berzas alleranas' and local Casín cheese. Moving eastward to the Nalón comarca, Laviana (population 12,352) is renowned for the Ruta del Alba, a dramatic trail through gorges and waterfalls, and the local 'pote asturiano' and cured meats. Further east still, in the Oriente comarca, Parres (population 5,150) offers a different kind of aquatic adventure: the Descenso del Sella canoe race. Enjoy 'arroz con pitu de caleya' (chicken and rice) in Arriondas' cider houses. In the west, Salas (population 4,771), in the Occidente comarca, boasts the Colegiata de Santa María la Mayor, a Romanesque jewel with the pantheon of the Valdés-Salas family. Sample 'chosco de Tineo' (a traditional sausage) and 'fabes con compango' (bean stew) in the local taverns along the Camino de Santiago. These villages offer a blend of outdoor activities, cultural immersion, and culinary delights, making them ideal destinations for exploring rural Asturias.

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Hiking Villages in Asturias

Hiking Villages in Asturias: key facts

31 villages to explore

Mieres

Mieres

Laviana

Aller

Parres

Salas

Muros de Nalón

Cabrales

Cabrales

Ribera de Arriba

Ribera de Arriba

Ribera de Arriba

Ribera de Arriba

Ribera de Arriba

Ribera de Arriba

Ribera de Arriba

Bimenes

Allande

Teverga

Caso

Belmonte de Miranda

Sariego

Quirós

Cabranes

Ibias

Villayón

Sobrescobio

Degaña

Grandas de Salime

Proaza

Amieva

Ponga

Peñamellera Alta

San Tirso de Abres

Mieres

Mieres

San Martín de Oscos

Santo Adriano

Villanueva de Oscos

Yernes y Tameza

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