Picos de Europa (Cangas de Onís), Spain

Picos de Europa Cangas de Onís

Jagged limestone peaks, glacial lakes and green valleys in Asturias.

  • May–Oct
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Picos de Europa

Day 1

  1. MorningDrive up to the Lakes of Covadonga early; access is restricted in summer, so take the bus.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Covadonga basilica and the holy cave.
  3. EveningHave dinner in Cangas de Onís by the Roman bridge.

Day 2

Hike the Cares Gorge.

What to eat

Fabada asturiana bean stew and cider poured from a height.

Local tips

Make the most of Picos de Europa

Beat the crowds

Summer and weekends are busy at the Covadonga lakes. Arrive early.

Best photo spot

The Roman-style bridge over the Sella river, and Lake Enol with cows grazing.

Getting there

Buses run from Oviedo. Easiest by car.

Don't miss nearby

The Covadonga lakes and basilica, and the Cares Gorge.

Good to know

The road to the lakes is closed to private cars in high season; take the bus. Try the local cider and cabrales cheese.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Picos de Europa

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Plan your visit

Getting to Picos de Europa

Getting there

  • Asturias Airport (OVD)75 km away
  • Santander Airport (SDR)105 km away
  • Oviedo60 km away
  • León90 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountrySpain

Questions

Picos de Europa: good to know

Is Picos de Europa worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and food. Jagged limestone peaks, glacial lakes and green valleys in Asturias.

How many days do you need in Picos de Europa?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Picos de Europa?

The best time to visit is May to Oct. Summer and weekends are busy at the Covadonga lakes. Arrive early.

How do you get to Picos de Europa?

The nearest airport is Asturias Airport (OVD), about 75 km away. Buses run from Oviedo. Easiest by car.

What is there to see near Picos de Europa?

Nearby hidden places include Oviedo (58 km), León (91 km) and Burgos (162 km).

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