Asturias district, Asturias, Spain

Places to visit near Colunga

Colunga is a town in Asturias district, Asturias, Spain, home to about 3,868 people. Within 50 km by road there are 152 places to visit — 49 churches, 34 forts & heritage, 22 beaches & coast and 4 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Museo del Jurásico de Asturias (2 km), Iglesia de Santa María de Sábada (4 km) and Palacio de Gobiendes (5 km).

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Colunga at a glance

Location
Asturias district, Asturias, Spain
Population
about 3,868
Coordinates
43.4853° N, 5.2701° W
Places within 50 km
152 (64 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Colunga

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Colunga: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Churches near Colunga

84 churches within 100 km of Colunga. The closest is Capilla de Nuestra Señora de Loreto (1 km); the best-known is Iglesia de Santa María de Sábada (4 km). Best time: year-round.

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Forts & heritage near Colunga

61 forts & heritage within 100 km of Colunga. The closest is Capilla de Santa Catalina de Alejandría (2 km); the best-known is Palacio de Gobiendes (5 km). Best time: october to february.

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Beaches & coast near Colunga

23 beaches & coast within 100 km of Colunga. The closest is Playa de La Griega (2 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Colunga

22 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Colunga. The closest is Pico Pienzu (8 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Caves near Colunga

21 caves within 100 km of Colunga. The closest is Cueva del Agua (9 km); the best-known is Cueva del Sidrón (15 km). Best time: year-round.

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Museums near Colunga

16 museums within 100 km of Colunga. The closest is Museo del Jurásico de Asturias (2 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Colunga

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 41 km on the road.

  1. Start in Colunga
  2. 5 km Palacio de Gobiendes · heritage site, Asturias
  3. 13 km Iglesia de San Salvador · church, Asturias
  4. 6 km Reserva Natural Parcial de la Ría de Villaviciosa · nature spot, Asturias
  5. 13 km Iglesia de Santa María de Sábada · church, Asturias
  6. 2 km Museo del Jurásico de Asturias · museum, Asturias
  7. 2 km Back to Colunga

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How to reach Colunga

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    Within 15 km of Colunga

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Colunga by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches4984Capilla de Nuestra Señora de Loreto (1 km)
    Forts & heritage3461Capilla de Santa Catalina de Alejandría (2 km)
    Beaches & coast2223Playa de La Griega (2 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints422Pico Pienzu (8 km)
    Caves1621Cueva del Agua (9 km)
    Museums1216Museo del Jurásico de Asturias (2 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens37Reserva Natural Parcial de la Ría de Villaviciosa (14 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs36Lago Enol (41 km)
    Waterfalls44El Chorrón (21 km)
    Treks12Lagos de Covadonga (41 km)
    Parks12Parque Dolores Fernández Duro (49 km)
    Other attractions22Bufones de Pría (30 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves11Ría de Villaviciosa (14 km)

    Colunga: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Colunga?

    Museo del Jurásico de Asturias (museum, about 2 km), Iglesia de Santa María de Sábada (church, about 4 km), Palacio de Gobiendes (heritage site, about 5 km), Iglesia de San Salvador (church, about 9 km), Reserva Natural Parcial de la Ría de Villaviciosa (nature spot, about 14 km), Ría de Villaviciosa (river spot, about 14 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Colunga?

    152 places on Spotwander: 49 churches, 34 forts & heritage, 22 beaches & coast, 4 hill stations & viewpoints, 16 caves.

    Which is the nearest church to Colunga?

    Capilla de Nuestra Señora de Loreto, about 1 km by road; Iglesia de Santa María de Sábada (4 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest fort to Colunga?

    Capilla de Santa Catalina de Alejandría, about 2 km by road; Palacio de Gobiendes (5 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Colunga?

    Playa de La Griega, about 2 km by road; Yacimiento de Icnitas de Dinosaurio de la Playa de la Griega (3 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Colunga?

    Start in Colunga, visit Palacio de Gobiendes, then Iglesia de San Salvador, then Reserva Natural Parcial de la Ría de Villaviciosa, then Iglesia de Santa María de Sábada, then Museo del Jurásico de Asturias, and drive back — about 41 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Colunga?

    October to February for forts & heritage; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

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