Llanes Tourist Guide

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🏅Exemplary Village of Asturias Award 2026: Santa Ana Fishermen's Guild of Llanes

What to see 😲 in Llanes

Lookouts, blowholes, and beaches: must-sees and secret spots.

Where to sleep in Llanes 🌙

Hotels, apartments, and cottages with good reviews.

What to do in Llanes 🏄

Routes, surfing, caves, and plans for all levels.

How to get to and around Llanes 🚗

Getting there, parking, bus/taxi, and routes to get around like a local.

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What to see

“Traveler, there is no path, the path is made by walking,” wrote Antonio Machado. Those who share a passion for trails and hiking know well that…

Churches and hermitages

When one thinks of Llanes as a holiday destination, one immediately pictures its more than thirty beaches, its great cliffs, its green meadows and that landscape of…

Llanes Tourism

As the calendar turns the page on August and summer comes to an end, Llanes bids farewell to the crowds and gradually returns to its…

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Long before it became one of the favorite destinations in northern Spain, the spectacular landscapes of Llanes were already captivating directors of…

Art and heritage

The Santa Ana Fishermen's Guild of Llanes has been awarded the 2026 Exemplary Town of Asturias Prize, one of the most prestigious recognitions…

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As the saying goes, "things never come in threes." And in Llanes, this saying rings true every summer. First comes La Magdalena in July;…

Jesters

The Cantabrian Sea has the ability to completely transform the landscape. What one day seems like a tranquil coastline can turn into something else entirely in a matter of…

Llanes Tourism

When Georgie Dann immortalized his famous summer song, he was surely thinking of beach bars with plastic chairs, colorful umbrellas, and crowded beaches. In Llanes,…

What to do

Imagine visiting Llanes, approaching one of its villages, and suddenly feeling like you've stepped through a time portal. A journey that transports you…

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Anyone who knows Llanes knows its magnetism is undeniable. Its landscape of contrasts, nestled between the Picos de Europa mountains and the Cantabrian Sea, its maritime atmosphere, its…

Descent of the Sella

If there's one moment that can stir the emotions of any Asturian, it arrives every August. Thousands of people throng the area around the bridge of…

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Some traditions explain the character of a people better than any other. In Llanes, one of them arrives every August…

Viewpoints

There's no better way to end a summer day than watching a sunset. In Llanes, the golden light reflected on the Cantabrian Sea, the cliffs…

Festivals and events

Now that July has arrived, the town of Llanes leaves behind the calm of early summer to fully immerse itself in the atmosphere…

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If you're planning a getaway to eastern Asturias and wondering what to see in Llanes in one day, this guide will help you…

Beaches

Poo Beach, one of the most emblematic beaches in the Llanes municipality, has been chosen as the Best Beach in Spain 2026 in…

Festivals and events

Who says art can only be found in museums? In Llanes, imagination knows no bounds and creative spaces know no limits…

Festivals and events

If you ask someone from Llanes about their soul's festival, the answer will be immediate and they'll describe it like this: "it's much more than…

Festivals and events

Is it possible to concentrate all the magic of a year into a single early morning? Llanes shines with its folklore, and the locals experience the charm of…

Art and heritage

They say there's a unique beauty in things born with an expiration date; knowing they're going to disappear forces us to see them differently…

Where to sleep

If you're looking for campsites in Llanes for your next vacation, you'll find one of the best areas in Asturias to enjoy nature, the sea…

Routes and hiking

The trails through the Sierra del Cuera allow you to discover one of the most impressive and surprising landscapes in Asturias. This spectacular mountain range stretches…

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The best beachfront accommodations with sea views in Llanes, undoubtedly one of the best beach destinations in northern Spain…

Festivals and events

🌞 A total eclipse at sunset over the Cantabrian Sea. On August 12, 2026, the sky over Asturias will treat us to a spectacular sight…

It is very difficult to say which is the best beach in Llanes

🏖️ Choose yours!

Beaches
Vidiago| Open beach| Moderate waves| Take a walk| Sunset| Medium beach| Parking| Beach bar| Showers / Footbaths| Lifeguard services| Litter bins| Easy access| Surfing| High traffic
In the eastern part of the Llanes municipality, Vidiago Beach, also known as Novales Beach, is an ideal coastal spot for those looking for…
Beaches
Cue| Natural beach| Calm waves| Kids| Relax| Medium beach| Parking| Beach bar| Showers / Footbaths| Bathrooms| Lifeguard services| Litter bins| Direct access| Paddle surf| High traffic
Cué Beach, located just a few minutes from the town of Llanes, is a charming and tranquil stretch of sand that preserves…
Beaches
pendueles| Natural beach| Moderate waves| Relax| Small beach| Difficult access| Low attendance
La Acacia Beach, also known as Las Gaviotas or Jorconera, is one of the most secret and wild coves on the eastern coast…
Beaches
Celorio| Natural beach| Inlets| Calm waves| Relax| Small beach| Difficult access| Low attendance
La Tayada Beach, located in the parish of Celorio (Llanes), is a truly unspoiled natural haven. Barely 100 meters long…
Beaches
Celorio| urban beach| Variable swell| Kids| Relax| Medium beach| Parking| Beach bar| Showers / Footbaths| Bathrooms| Lifeguard services| Litter bins| Direct access| Surfing| Paddle surf| High traffic
Las Cámaras Beach, also known as Los Frailes Beach, is a coastal spot that combines tradition and nature. Located in the heart of…
Beaches
Hontoria| Inlets| Calm waves| Relax| Small beach| Litter bins| Moderate access| Low attendance
La Canal Beach, located in the picturesque village of Villanueva, is one of the most unique and surprising spots on the Llanes coast….
Beaches
Celorio| Natural beach| Moderate waves| Relax| Medium beach| Easy access| Surfing| Paddle surf| Average traffic
Nestled between the towns of Celorio and Poo, in the municipality of Llanes, lies San Martín Beach, an almost untouched stretch of sand that combines…
Beaches
Clay| Semi-urban beach| Calm waves| Kids| Relax| Small beach| Parking| Beach bar| Showers / Footbaths| Lifeguard services| Litter bins| Easy access| Low attendance
Sorraos Beach is a small, secluded cove next to Barro Beach in the parish of Barro (Llanes), which joins…
Beaches
Clay| Natural beach| Moderate waves| Relax| Small beach| Moderate access| Low attendance
Playa del Valle, also known as Playa de Sevalle, is a small hidden gem on the Llanes coastline, located between the famous beaches of…
Beaches
New| Natural beach| Inlets| Calm waves| Relax| Small beach| Moderate access| Low attendance
Nestled in a privileged natural setting, San Antonio de Mar Beach is one of the most picturesque beaches on the Llanes coast. Located…
Beaches
Po| Semi-urban beach| Calm waves| Kids| Relax| Medium beach| Parking| Beach bar| Showers / Footbaths| Lifeguard services| Litter bins| Direct access| Paddle surf| High traffic
Located in the quiet village of Poo de Llanes, just 2 km from the town of Llanes, Poo Beach is a true haven…
Beaches
Clay| Inlets| Variable swell| Relax| Small beach| Difficult access| Low attendance
Pestaña Beach is a small, charming cove located between the majestic San Antolín Beach and the spectacular Torimbia Beach….

Llanes activities

For all ages!

What to do
2 hours long.

If you want to learn about the history, monuments and some of the most emblematic spots in the town, this free tour of Llanes is one of the best options…

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Surfing and Kayaking
From 55 EUR

If you're looking for a different experience during your vacation, this surf course in San Antolín is one of the most highly recommended activities to do in…

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Aquatic bikes
1 hour
€100 for one person · €120 for two

Want to experience the Asturian coast like never before? This jet ski tour offers adrenaline, panoramic views, and pure fun on the "Costa…

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What to do
Difficulty Low
2 hours long.
From €30

Let yourself be seduced by one of the most vibrant stretches of the eastern Llanes coastline. This hiking route from Pendueles will take you along coastal paths full of…

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Surfing and Kayaking
2 hours long.
From €30

Embark on a unique open-sea experience: paddling, art, and nature all in one kayak tour around Llanes. Enjoy the coastline of…

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Excursions
2,50 hours long.
per group from €90

Explore Llanes in an intimate and personal way with this private tour, where an expert local guide will accompany you exclusively for you or your group….

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What to do
Difficulty Media
7 hours long.
From €120,00

Venture into the heart of the Picos de Europa mountains with a guided hiking route from Llanes. An experience designed for mountain lovers and…

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Excursions
10 hours long.
from 35 €

Discover one of Asturias' most precious gems on a magical day trip that combines natural landscapes, lakes, history, and cultural heritage...

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Surfing and Kayaking
Difficulty Low
1-2 horas
from 25 €

Experience an unforgettable adventure on the Cantabrian coast with this surf course at Celorio beach. Whether you're a beginner or an expert...

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Excursions
5 hours long.
From €62,00
Parking

Enjoy a unique experience in eastern Asturias, combining culture, tradition, and coastal beauty. This Eastern Asturias Tour begins in…

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Descent of the Sella
Difficulty Media

Experience one of Asturias' most iconic activities: the Sella River Descent by canoe. A perfect plan for families, couples, or groups of friends…

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The routes in Llanes

🥾 You'll love them all!

What to do
Difficulty Media
7 hours long.
From €120,00

Venture into the heart of the Picos de Europa mountains with a guided hiking route from Llanes. An experience designed for mountain lovers and…

Highlights
What to do
Difficulty Low
2 hours long.
From €30

Let yourself be seduced by one of the most vibrant stretches of the eastern Llanes coastline. This hiking route from Pendueles will take you along coastal paths full of…

Highlights
Routes and hiking

Pico La Muezca, at 691 meters high, is one of the most accessible and, at the same time, spectacular peaks in the Sierra del…

Routes and hiking
Difficulty High/ Media

Pico Cabeza Ubena, at 1188 meters high, is the highest peak in the municipality of Llanes, which is why it is called…

Routes and hiking
Difficulty Low

The Purón River Route is one of the most beautiful and peaceful routes in the Llanes municipality. It is an easy walk, suitable…

Routes and hiking
Difficulty Low

The Route of the Bufones de Arenillas It is one of the most stunning coastal walks in eastern Asturias. Its route winds through open meadows and…

Routes and hiking
Difficulty Low/ Media

The Dark Valley Route, also known as the Dark Valley Colors Route, is one of the most picturesque and surprising routes in…

Routes and hiking
Difficulty High/ Media

The ascent to Pico Benzúa is one of the most spectacular mountain routes in the Llanes municipality. Located on the border between Llanes and…

Routes and hiking
Difficulty Low

The El Camín Encantáu Route is one of the most original and attractive itineraries in the Llanes municipality. It is a circular route of…

Accommodation in Llanes

Hotel in the city or rural accommodation?

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Llanes| Continental breakfast| Free WIFI| Private parking| 24-hour reception
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Hotel
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Poo| Continental breakfast| Restaurant| Bar-Cafeteria| Free WIFI| Private parking| 24-hour reception
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Hotel
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Cue| Buffet breakfast| Continental breakfast| Restaurant| Bar-Cafeteria| pet friendly| Free WIFI| Private parking| Children area
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Clay| Buffet breakfast| Bar-Cafeteria| Free WIFI| Private parking| 24-hour reception| Suitable for people with reduced mobility
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Llanes| Buffet breakfast| Continental breakfast| Restaurant| Free WIFI| Private parking| Electric chargers| 24-hour reception| Suitable for people with reduced mobility
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Written by Julia Quince, from Asturias and a journalist

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