Concha de Artedo, Senda de los Miradores and San Esteban de Pravia: the coast near home
Sometimes you don’t have to go far to enjoy a perfect day in Asturias. Very close to Las Mimosas del Nalón, there are landscapes that encapsulate everything we love about this region: paths along cliffs, hidden beaches, forests that smell of damp earth, and estuaries where the river meets the sea. Today we suggest a day trip that’s close by, easy and beautiful: Concha de Artedo, the Senda de los Miradores and San Esteban de Pravia. A day for walking, breathing and enjoying yourself at a leisurely pace. Itinerary Morning: Concha de Artedo beach Midday: a relaxed lunch at Casa Miguel, right on the beach Afternoon: San Esteban de Pravia and the Senda de los Miradores.End of the day: a rest at Las Mimosas. Concha de Artedo Beach: the reward after the forest Concha de Artedo is a beach best savoured from the path. Before reaching the sea, the forest comes into view. A pleasant, green, cool walk, full of gentle sounds. Little by little, you can hear the Cantabrian Sea. And at the end, the beach opens up like a great shell between the hills. It is a perfect spot for those who enjoy both the destination and the journey. La Concha de Artedo nourishes the senses with the scent of the trees, the sound of the sea and that blend of sand, stone and horizon that so defines Asturias. What to do in Concha de Artedo Stroll down to the beach, walk along the shore, take photos, sit and listen to the sea, and enjoy a quiet meal in the area. Here on the beach is one of our favourite restaurants: CASA MIGUEL, where you can enjoy a delicious rice dish or fish with views of the beach (there’s plenty of choice on the menu. Important: book a table, ideally the day before (or well in advance). Telephone: +34 664618012. Website San Esteban de Pravia: where the River Nalón flows into the sea San Esteban de Pravia has a special beauty. It’s a port, it’s history, it’s an estuary, it’s industrial heritage and it’s the sea close by. Here the River Nalón meets the Cantabrian Sea and the landscape blends old cranes, water, boats and green mountains. It’s the perfect place for a leisurely stroll, a drink and the start of one of the area’s most beautiful routes. Senda de los Miradores: walking along the Cantabrian coast The Senda de los Miradores is one of those routes that explains why Asturias is a place you feel. The path offers views of the sea, cliffs, benches to rest on, the scent of eucalyptus, the sound of birds and small beaches that appear amongst the vegetation. You don’t have to do the whole thing if you don’t feel like it. The important thing is to walk a stretch, stop, look and enjoy. It’s an ideal route to feed the eyes, the ears and that very human need to switch off. This is one of our favourite plans because it shows that Asturias begins very close to home. From Las Mimosas del Nalón, beauty is just a few steps away, a few minutes away, a glance away. Feed your senses. Walk nearby. Rest better.