Looking for the perfect plan to enjoy Gijón/Xixón with your dog? Here's a plan designed for you and your pet: history, sea, art and green spaces in one of the most dog-friendly cities in Spain. Because here, animals are also protagonists.

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Las Letronas (the letters of the name of Gijón in very large size for souvenir photos) with a dog in front of it.

Cultural route and urban walk with your dog around Gijón/Xixón

Gijón/Xixón has it all: a Roman past, a seafaring soul, an industrial character and a great urban life. But, above all, it is an open, lively and very animal-friendly city. In fact, it was the first city in Spain to receive the award for Best Dogfriendly Destination in 2017. So, if you're travelling to Gijón with your dog, you can rest assured that your pet will be welcome here and you'll feel right at home.

A good place to start your route is right where the famous Letronas de los Jardines de la Reina. From there, cross the quay towards the Revillagigedo Palace and enter Cimavilla, the oldest and most charming neighbourhood in the city. You'll find historic streets, Roman remains, traditional architecture and a perfect atmosphere for a walk with your dog.

A short climb will take you up to the Cerro de Santa Catalina, where you'll find the imposing Elogio del Horizonte, Eduardo Chillida's sculpture that looks out over the Bay of Biscay. The views from here are spectacular, and it's a great place to take a good photo with your dog in Gijón/Xixón.

Afterwards, walk down the narrow streets of the neighbourhood, past the house where Jovellanos was born, until you reach the Town Hall square. In the surrounding area you'll find cider bars with pet-friendly terraces, perfect for stopping off, resting and enjoying a good Asturian meal with your pet.

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Dog on the stairs leading down to the beach in the background.

Dog-friendly parks and beaches to round off the day

If you still feel like walking, you can go to Paseo de Begoña, where you will find the Jovellanos Theatre and the historic Café Dindurra, two essential stops for those who enjoy local culture and architecture.

In the afternoon, it's time for the beach. Between October and April, you can take your dog to San Lorenzo beach, between steps 2 and 8. It is one of the favourite spots for Gijón locals to socialise and play with their pets. If you visit Gijón/Xixón in summer, your place is El Rinconín beach, a dog-friendly beach where you can enjoy with your pet all year round.

And if you are looking for areas where your dog can run free, Gijón/Xixón has more than 40 parks and green spaces that are open to dogs without a leash or muzzle, always within the marked enclosures. Nature, sea, culture and hospitality... everything you need for a perfect day out with your dog.