From Lezama to Bilbao

In our stage today we start from the town of Llanes and head to the famous town of Ribadesella, sure that even if you have never been there, it sounds familiar to you. Ribadesella is famous for its famous festival of the descent of the river Sella. A long stage but that will undoubtedly reward us with a succession of green coastal landscapes and incredible sandy beaches. A real treat for the senses.

Today we set off towards Ribadesella, one of the most emblematic towns in eastern Asturias. To do this, we bid farewell to Llanes via the Avenida de la Paz, continuing to Poo through a dirt track. We proceed along the AS-263 road, alternating it with paths, until we reach the beach of Celorio. Before enjoying the sandy area, we can visit the Monastery of San Salvador de Celorio, originally founded in the 12th century and rebuilt in the 17th.

We resume our journey leaving Celorio behind via its promenade in direction to Barro. Upon reaching Niembro, there is the possibility to detour to see the spectacular beach of Torimbia, considered one of the most beautiful in Asturias. The path continues afterwards through the towns of Naves, Villahormes, and Nueva, crossing charming wooded trails. Near Nueva lies the beach of Gulpiyuri, a unique natural monument inland that is well worth a visit.

From Nueva, we advance along paved tracks until we reach Piñeres de Pría, a locality famous for its cheeses. We continue to the core of Cuerres, from where it is possible to make a detour to see the impressive Bufones de Pría, following the course of the river Aguadamía.

Finally, we will reach Ribadesella using the lines of the FEVE and the AS-263 road as a reference, entering the town via its historic bridge over the Sella.

Things to Consider

Given the length of the stage, we recommend leaving early from Llanes. Upon arriving in Ribadesella, you cannot miss visiting its cider houses to taste the best of the local cuisine. If you are interested in prehistory, remember that here lies the Tito Bustillo Cave, one of the sanctuaries of world Paleolithic art (reservation required).

Places of Interest

• Beach of Torimbia
• Beach of Gulpiyuri (Inland Beach)
• Bufones de Pría
• Tito Bustillo Cave – Ribadesella
• Church of Santa María de Junco – Ribadesella
• Shrine of San Mamés – Ribadesella
• Tower of Atalaya – Ribadesella

Typical Dishes

• Fish stew and Hake with cider
• Marmitas of mackerel and Noodles with bream
• Baked sargo
• Cachopo tarteru and Pitu de Caleya
• Sea urchins, lobsters, and gooseneck barnacles
• Pría cheese
• Asturian fabada and Cider
• Desserts: Fried milk and burnt rice pudding