Asturias at a glance

Asturias has seven UNESCO Biospshere Reserves. Here’s what makes their landscapes so special…

Picos de Europa National Park

A stunning mountain landscape, home to soaring peaks such as the Torre de Cerredo and Urriellu, as well as the stunning Ordiales Scenic Balcony and beautiful lakes like Enol and Ercina.

The Eo River, Oscos and Terras de Burón

An area of woodland and river country (shared with Galicia) that is steeped in rich heritage, from shellfish gathering on the Eo estuary to ancient watermill trails.

Fuentes del Narcea, Degaña and Ibias Natural Park

Home to one of the largest white oak groves in Europe, and with Somiedo, one of the last brown bear shelters in western Europe.

Somiedo Natural Park

Renowned for its mountain lakes and high pasturelands or brañas, dotted with cabanas de teito (thatched crofts) and corros de piedra (stone enclosures).

Ubiñas-La Mesa Natural Park

Here fantastic wildlife finds a safe haven, including bears, wolves, capercaillies and golden eagles. Also home to the spectacular gorge of the river Val de Sampedro.

Redes Natural Park

Home to a mighty waterfall – Tabayón del Mongayu – and breathtaking landscapes such as braña de Brañagallones, the Redes Forest and Lake Ubales. It also boasts great hiking trails such as the Alba.

Ponga Natural Park

Home to the extraordinary beech forest of Peloño. In the Moandi pass, the rivers Ponga and Sella form imposing gorges, while mountain lovers can enjoy well-known trails such as Picu Pierzu, Valle Moru, Senda del Cartero and Foz de los Andamios.