History, spirituality and nature in a universal symbol
Covadonga combines a prodigious history, an abundant spirituality and unique nature. Indeed, this extraordinary reality was perfectly reflected in the Centenaries celebrated in 2018. Namely in 2018, Asturias celebrated a unique triple celebration, centred around Covadonga and its vicinity. Coincidentally, three centenaries took place at once: that of the Coronation of the Virgen de Covadonga, the creation of the Montaña de Covadonga National Park and the 13th centenary of the rise of the Kingdom of Asturias. Three Covadongas in one: the historical, the spiritual and the natural, in an extraordinary combination which turns Asturias into a universal destination.
Historical Covadonga
Covadonga has made a name for itself in the history of humanity. The events that transpired in this place in the 8th century bestow it with a universal cultural value. The Origin of the first Christian kingdom on the peninsula, its impression and essence have survived throughout the centuries until the present day, making Covadonga a reference site for visitors, travellers and pilgrims from all over the world.
Spiritual Covadonga
The historic feat of Pelayo in Covadonga promotes a Marian devotion which makes this place a universal spiritual reference and a cultural icon linked to popular religiousity. Legendary echoes even accredit Covadonga as a telluric and natural immemorial cult. Covadonga is in other words an intangible icon and a deep-rooted feeling which has kept its essence intact until today.
Natural Covadonga
Covadonga has a uniquely beautiful landscape. The diversity and beauty of this nature and the desire to preserve it were the reasons for the declaration of the Moñtana de Covadonga National Park in 1918, which was to be the beginnings of the current Picos de Europa National Park. The figure created at that moment combined a love of nature with an innovative and pioneering spirit.
Covadonga, the heart of Asturias
Covadonga seduces with the beauty of its landscape, its cultural value, and the echo of its spirituality, making it a key reference in the history of Asturias and Spain.
Practical information
All of the practical information for you to enjoy your visit to Covadonga to the fullest: How to get there, where to eat, where to stay, the possible routes to take on foot or by car, other active tourism activities and everything with maps and brochures about the Picos de Europa National Park.
All the options for tasting the delicious Asturian cuisine and relaxing in the accommodation of Asturias.
Where to eat
How to get to Covadonga
All the information you need for travelling to Covadonga and The Lakes, planning your route by road, with a specific section dedicated to the Access Plan to Covadonga Lakes.
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Routes, active tourism and maps
The Western Region of Asturias and especially the Picos de Europa National Park offer you the possibility to enjoy different active tourism activities as well as routes on foot and by car. Here you will find all this information, with maps, brochures and all the necessary guidelines for an enjoyable stay in the Picos de Europa National Park.
Hiking routes
Routes by car
Active tourism
Prepare you visit to the Picos de Europa N.P.
The Pilgrimage Routes
The ways to CovadongThere are many pilgrimage routes that lead to Covadonga from different places in Asturias. Here are all the possibilities for getting to Covadonga via the different historical routes.
Pilgrimage Routes
Oviedo - Covadonga.
Andariega Route
Gijón - Covadonga.
The Reconquista route
Sotres - Covadonga.