In the area Covadonga, the lakes, the National Park of Picos de Europa, the International Descent of the Sella, the typical cheeses such as Gamonéu or salmon fishing. Do you want to know it in detail with some of the activities in Cangas de Onis? We tell you the options!
City nestled at the foot of Picos de Europa
Real Sitio de Covadonga: the most special place for the Asturian people
Cangas de Onís was the cradle of the Reconquest and the first city and court of the Asturian Monarchy but, above all, it is the city that saw the birth of the Picos de Europa National Park, which houses the Royal Site of Covadonga.
Covadonga is the most important Marian pilgrimage center, where the Battle of Covadonga took place, with King Pelayo at the head of the Spanish Reconquest. In the Royal Site are the Holy Cave, the Museum of Covadonga, the Basilica, the Monument to Pelayo, the Fountain of the Seven Spouts, the Crypt of the Basilica and, above all, the Santina.
The patron saint of Asturians is in the Cave of the Santina, which can be accessed through the tunnel from the Sanctuary or by climbing the 105 steps from the pond. Visiting Covadonga is one of the essential activities and excursions in Cangas de Onís.
Gateway to the Covadonga Lakes
Among the existing excursions from Cangas de Onís, those that bring you closer to the Covadonga Lakes stand out. The reason? The limit of access in the summer season, in order to avoid traffic jams and problems in the ascent to the National Park of the Picos de Europa.
Since a few years ago, access to the Picos de Europa is regulated to any private vehicle, so there are restrictions on key dates such as Easter, summer, bridges and other special dates.
To ensure your ascent and enjoy an exceptional day, we recommend booking an excursion to the Covadonga Lakes from Cangas de Onis, which in addition to guaranteeing access, provides transportation, an expert guide and other options to complete the day.
Adventure activities: Cangas de Onís is synonymous with adrenaline.
Whether with your feet on the ground, sailing on the waters of the river or flying through the air, Cangas de Onís offers sports and adventure activities for all tastes.
The river Sella: 66 kilometers for fun
Cangas de Onís is located in the valley formed by the Sella River and its tributary, the Güeña. The former stands out as one of the most important rivers in the north, and in it, Asturians and visitors of all ages can enjoy a variety of water and sports activities.
One of the main Asturian competitions that takes place in this river is the International Descent of the Sella, a worldwide competition in which canoeists from all over the world descend the river in search of victory. This sporting event has put both Cangas de Onís and Arriondas and Ribadesella on the map.
In addition to this annual event, there are also sporting activities in Cangas de Onís such as canoeing down the Sella River, one of the favorite activities for families to enjoy a fun and active day in the middle of nature. If you want to do activities with children in Cangas de Onis, this will be perfect.
In the Sella, there are also those who fasten their helmets and spend a day in which canyoning and rafting, or rafting, take center stage. Between jumps, waterfalls and rocks, adrenaline will not miss the appointment.
Active tourism in Cangas de Onís beyond trekking
Because of its location, which is the ideal starting point for many sporting activities in Cangas de Onís, there are many options for active tourism that you can find in the city.
Whether to start driving a vehicle, to pick up your equipment or to start a route through the Asturian nature, the capital of Cangas de Onís offers you different options: horseback riding, climbing areas, buggy or quad routes, as well as 4x4 routes.
In the latter, the 4x4 excursions from Cangas de Onís stand out, an option more than recommended if you want to know the Natural Park in detail in a comfortable way, with a guide driver who will explain the natural wonders of the way, such as the mountains, the natural species, the trekking and hiking routes available and the importance of the Covadonga Lakes in the environment.
In Cangas de Onis, active tourism is one of the most important attractions, so take the opportunity to enjoy a complete getaway with some of the leisure activities in Cangas de Onis that we offer. Choose your favorite!
