Asturias It has 427 kilometers of coastline in which some of the most beautiful corners of the Cantabrian are hidden. In this post we show you the best beaches in Asturias which you can access from the capital of the principality, Oviedo.
Unlike other tourist areas in Spain, the Asturian coast can boast of not being overcrowded and of offering the visitor the possibility of enjoying a extraordinary nature. Its beaches are especially attractive for those tourists eager for a quality vacation surrounded by a natural coastline of great beauty.
It is true that Oviedo has no coast, but it is very close to it. From the city it is very easy to access many of these wonderful beaches, either by car or by public transport. The problem is not getting there, but what destination to choose.
Which are the best beaches in Asturias? The answer is logically subject to subjective criteria, but the ones that we are going to cite below appear in almost all the lists:
Andrín Beach, Llanes
Andrín Beach
Located about 90 kilometers from Oviedo, Andrín beach offers a beautiful landscape of rocks and white sand hidden between high cliffs. Be part of Eastern Coast Protected Landscape.
The sandy area has an approximate extension of 240 meters and in front of it is the islet of Ballota. It seems close, but it is not advisable to try to swim to it, since there are always strong currents in the stretch of sea that separates it from the beach.
The most beautiful image of Andrín beach is obtained from the Boriza viewpoint, at the top of the cliff.
Torimbia beach, Llanes
Torimbia, one of the most famous nudist beaches in Asturias
Also in Llanes another fantastic beach awaits us that undoubtedly must be included in our list of the best beaches in Asturias. Close to the municipalities of Barro and Niembro, this golden sandy area of half a kilometer is shaped like a half moon and it is equipped with basic services.
Torimbia is one of the most famous Nudist beaches from the north coast of Spain. The fact of being nestled between large cliffs, away from prying eyes, it ended up attracting lovers of nudism and nature there.
Playa del Silencio, Cudillero
Playa del Silencio, one of the most beautiful corners of the Asturian coast.
The visit to the beautiful fishing village of Cudillero (one of the most beautiful towns in Asturias) would not be complete without going through Playa del Silencio. There is a path of about 500 meters that goes down from the road to the water. But the effort is worth it to enjoy one of the best beaches in Asturias.
The beach itself is a narrow strip of sand at the foot of the cliff. Some years ago Lonely Planet included the Playa del Silencio (also called Gavieiru) on your list of best places to visit in Northern Spain.
Rodiles Beach, Villaviciosa
Rodiles beach is located in the Villaviciosa estuary
Even closer to Oviedo (just 50 kilometers away), is the long and spectacular Playa de Rodiles. It is within the limits of the Ría Villaviciosa Natural Reserve.
Exposed to the strong winds of the Cantabrian Sea, this beach is very popular with surfers, who come there to meet its waves.
Vega Beach, Berbes
The spectacular Playa de Vega
A wild sandy area of spectacular beauty and undoubtedly one of the best beaches in Asturias. La Vega beach is located about 80 kilometers from Oviedo. The stretch of coast where it is located has the denomination of Vega and Entrepeñas Natural Monument.
The landscape of this beach is characterized by the presence of high dunes and big waves. Despite being in a fairly isolated location, access is relatively easy. As with Torimbia beach, this is a very popular destination for nudists.
Espasa Beach, Colunga
Espasa Beach
La Espasa Beach it is actually a double beach. It is formed by the union of two sandy areas: El Viso and Moracey. Both total more than a kilometer in length. Its sand is golden and its waves are usually moderate.
What is not lacking on this beach is the wind, which blows throughout the year. In May, many fans from all over Spain gather there to participate in the well-known Kite Festival. This event fills the sky of this magnificent beach with colors.
Gulpiyuri Beach, Llanes
The unique beach of Gulpiyuri
As a finishing touch to our list, a rarity: a beach without sea. In reality, the water penetrates from the coast to the interior through an underground passage at high tide. Then it emerges at a certain distance from the coast, offering the peculiar sensation of being an inland beach, separated from the sea.
Thanks to its special characteristics, Gulpiyuri beach has become a famous tourist attraction in recent years.