From East to West and from North to South, the Principality of Asturias is a viewpoint in itself. From any position of its four cardinal points there is a beautiful panorama. Here we list our favorite viewpoints.
Viewpoints of eastern Asturias
[1] The Fitu Viewpoint
It is the most famous of all the viewpoints in this area. It is a concrete watchtower from the early 20th century located on one of the most famous promontories in the Sierra del Sueve. From here we can make an uncut sequence shot, at a glance of the Cantabrian Sea, the mid-mountain and the Picos de Europa.
Mirador del Fitu
On one of the most famous mountain passes in the Sierra del Sueve stands an old concrete watchtower … Read more
[2] The Well of Prayer
In the Cabraliega town of Poo de Cabrales we found one of the best views of Naranjo de Bulnes or Picu Urriellu.
There are several viewpoints over El Urriellu, as this peak acts as a powerful magnet that forces us to observe it carefully.
Naranjo de Bulnes viewpoints
From all its viewpoints, the Urriellu acts as a powerful magnet, compelling us to observe it with… Read more
[3] San Roque Viewpoint
Lastres is one of the most beautiful coastal towns on the Cantabrian coast, which is why travelers pause at the San Roque viewpoint to contemplate such wonderful views.
San Roque viewpoint
It's one of the most famous viewpoints on the Asturian coast, and it's no wonder since it... Read more
[4] La Boriza Viewpoint
Just 7 km. de Llanes, this viewpoint located in front of the Ballota and Andrín beaches and at the end of a small mountain, is unknown to the general public, and only a few lucky tourists come across it by chance and are impressed by its views.
Boriza Lookout Point
The La Boriza viewpoint is a unique and spectacular spot, where the eye never tires of taking it all in… Read more
[5] Torimbia beach viewpoint
Views of one of the most emblematic beaches of Llanes and a good part of its coastal strip.
Torimbia beach
At the end of a narrow road that twists like an Asturian snake up the side of a meadow, it appears... Read more
[6] The Queen's Lookout
This viewpoint is located on the winding road up to the Lakes of Covadonga , on the CO-4 highway, very close to the lakes. As you might expect, the views are extraordinary.
Lakes of Covadonga
Climbing to the Lakes of Covadonga is an achievement, especially if you do it by bicycle. It's a 12-kilometer climb … Read more
[7] The Ordiales Viewpoint
It is a natural terrace over the void, at an altitude of 1.750 m and located to the west of the western massif of the Picos de Europa, in the vicinity of the Vegarredonda Refuge.
Route to the Ordiales Viewpoint
If in Asturias one had to choose a classic mountain route, the kind that appears in all the guidebooks… Read more
[8] The Collada Viewpoint
In the municipality of Amieva . A concrete platform located between the rural villages of Amieva and San Román, offering beautiful views of the Cornión massif and the Collada de Angón pass, as well as the Amieva valley. It lies alongside the Senda del Arcediano, the Roman road that once connected the regions of Riaño and Cangas de Onís.
Take the N-625 from Cangas de Onis towards Riaño, parallel to the river Sella and in the town of Ceneya we turn to the left and arrive at our destination after a few kilometers. 43.3523076, -5.1249662
[9] Bowls
En the surroundings of the Tazones lighthouse, one of the best preserved in Asturias, you can enjoy good views of the town, the cliffs and the entire coast of the area. Before reaching the town of Tazones, on the VV-5, you must take the detour to the left and a subsequent detour to the right and reach the end of the road. It is indicated.
[10] La Punta'l Pozu
In the town of Ribadesella. At the end of the Santa Marina beach promenade, there is a small square from which you can see the entire Riosellano sandy area, surrounded by mountains and we can also discover the dinosaur footprints - marked - in the stone.
Viewpoints of the center of Asturias
[1] Mount Naranco
The unrivaled views of the city of Oviedo are joined by a good number of attractions: Finnish track, hiking trails, horse riding clubs, recreational areas, cider houses and pre-Romanesque monuments.
Mount Naranco
Having Oviedo at your feet is a real sensation that we experience from the summit of Mount Naranco . Read more
[2] Alto de la Farrapona
At 1.708 meters above sea level, it is the point that divides the Asturian region of Somiedo from the Leonese region of Babia, giving us unbeatable panoramic views in the idyllic surroundings of the Saliencia Lakes.
Lagos de Saliencia
Words can't describe them. You have to see them. The Saliencia Lakes are a diamond in the rough, one of… Read more
[3] Alto de la Cubilla
Going up to this pass is reaching one of the peaks of the Asturian landscape. Cycle tourism fans know this well, as for some decades now they have considered this climb to be one of the most beautiful and rewarding in the Principality.
Alto de la Cubilla
Climbing to this mountain pass is like reaching one of the highest points in the Asturian landscape. Cycling enthusiasts will find it… Read more
[4] Praise of the Horizon
A concrete mass weighing 500 tons designed by Chillida, which as its name indicates is a unique panoramic view of the horizon of the Cantabrian Sea, and also of the city of Gijón.
Praise of the Chillida Horizon
It is a large-scale work erected in 1990 on Santa Catalina Hill in… Read more
[5] Cape Peñas
It is the northernmost point of Asturias. Impossible further north. It summons vertigo and abyss like few others. It is one of the most impressive capes in Spanish geography.
The Cabo Peñas
Any place on Earth is determined by two numbers: its latitude and its longitude. The numbers of … Read more
[6] Path of the Viewpoints of the Lower Nalón
The cliffs of the municipality of Muros del Nalón frame fascinating beaches and coves from privileged natural terraces. On this simple route we will be dazzled by such an evocative panorama.
Path of the viewpoints: lower Nalón
The cliffs of the municipality of Muros del Nalón frame fascinating beaches and coves. On clear days, … Read more
[7] Cape Vidio
An amazing setting. One of those places you won't easily forget. Located in the parish of Oviñana , just ten kilometers from Cudillero.
Cabo Vidio
The powerful Cantabrian Sea has carved this work of art on the Costa Verde, within the Protected Landscape of the… Read more
[8] Sablón Viewpoint
It's in the ranking of the most Instagrammable places in Spain and in the ranking of the "most beautiful benches in the world".
Sablón viewpoint
Someone has probably already recommended it to you, and it's still on your list of places to visit. If so, don't... Read more
Viewpoints of western Asturias
[1] Hermitage of Regalina
Excellent viewpoint of the western coast, in addition, a festival declared of national tourist interest is celebrated in the surroundings of this chapel that brings together thousands of visitors every year.
Hermitage of the Regalina de Cadavedo
Cadavedo has officially been named Exemplary Town of Asturias 2022. This area of the region… Read more
[2] Navia Viewpoints Route
Jumping from viewpoint to viewpoint over the Navia River, one of the largest in the Cantabrian Sea, this itinerary passes through villages with slate roofs, hydroelectric energy reservoirs, forests and lots of ethnography.
Route of the Navia viewpoints
The Navia River flows through a canyon of dreamlike landscapes that this route brings to life. We… Read more
[3] Brañas Vaqueiras
Any of the itineraries contained in this vast territory, ideal for hiking, gives us unique views. Trails and promontories that were actively traveled by the nomadic people of the vaqueiros de alzada.
The vaqueiras routes
We're talking about an area of gentle, rounded mountains that flank countless valleys and flow into… Read more
[4] Chano Viewpoint
To the west of the town Luarca we reach the Chano viewpoint. Walking through it we see the beaches, the port, and the downtown area of this town. The viewpoint offers fabulous night views.
Luarca, marine essence
The beauty of Luarca takes the form of a large aquatic S, around which it has found a comfortable place… Read more
[5] Mirandilla Viewpoint
Located in one of the highest parts of the town of Castropol, next to the church of Santiago Apóstol, it offers spectacular views of the Ría del Eo, the Linera cove and its surroundings.
Text: © Ramón Molleda for asturias.com
