Cangas del Narcea: The heart of ecotourism in Asturias
Would you like to enjoy the outdoors while doing adventure activities such as trekking in Asturias? Or are you more of type activities? canyoning in Ribadesella?
To choose this type of experiences you just have to take a look at all the possibilities that Asturias offers you. Places like Cangas del Narcea represent a natural paradise (most welcoming) that surprises with its natural wonders and cultural heritage. Because not everything in Asturias is Sella River.
It represents the pure example that active tourism in Asturias offers travelers the opportunity to experience nature in all its splendor. It is the perfect place to carry out all types of ecotourism activities while you nourish yourself with the tradition, culture and gastronomy of a magical land.
You decide how you want to explore the charms of Cangas del Narcea and its natural environment!
Visit Cangas de Narcea
Imagine the typical traditional mountain town nestled in a narrow green valley and surrounded by beautiful mountains... Beautiful picture, right?
Well you don't have to go far to find this, specifically to Cangas de Narcea. It is a town located in the interior of Asturias, head of the Fuentes del Narcea region. The urban center of the town is located in the valley where the Naviego River and Luina They give up their waters to the Narcea River.
A very cozy place full of romanticism where you can breathe the tranquility of its streets while enjoying a warm and welcoming atmosphere that will make you feel at home. In this charming Asturian town you will find corners with a very special charm that you cannot miss.
Active tourism in Asturias
If you are looking to do different activities or are passionate about active tourism, Cangas del Narcea is your perfect place. With the largest oak forest in Europe and an infinite number of rivers, valleys and corners, it offers an ideal adventure for all audiences.
Among the activities that stand out, I recommend practicing trekking due to the large number of trails spread throughout the surroundings of the municipality and the closest protected natural spaces. The so-called “Forest of Asturias” is home to such wonderful spaces as the Muniellos nature reserve and its lagoons. Nothing to envy other well-known places in Asturias such as the Covadonga Lakes!
If, on the other hand, you are looking for a little more level, the trail running It is another of the most demanded activities. A fashionable sports practice that will allow you to exercise in contact with nature. A type of trekking tailored to the natural spaces of Asturias.
Touring Cangas del Narcea
In addition to Cangas del Narcea, in its surroundings you will find other towns such as: Bisuyu, Tescastru, Xinestosu either Xedré. Perfect corners to get lost for a few days. You will also have the opportunity to live a unique experience visiting our natural sites such as Muniellos, Fuentes del Narcea, Somiedo, Degaña and Ibias.
You can also take other routes that will allow you to discover the essence of the towns and Asturian culture such as the Alto de Acebo route, Paseo del Vino, Cibea Valley and Puerto del Oballo. If you prefer culture, you can combine your hiking routes with the beauty of the historical-artistic heritage of its towns and villages.
In short, you will find everything you need to spend a few days of total disconnection visiting a wide variety of tourist attractions that will surely leave you speechless.
Hiking through the Moal Forest
He Moal Forest It is located at the gates of the Muniellos Comprehensive Natural Reserve (less than half an hour from Cangas del Narcea). A protected area with a high ecological value and rich flora and fauna. Once you are at the top of its mountains it will be easy for you to fall in love with its magnificent views of the valley.
As in Muniellos, it is another of the perfect places to walk along its paths full of trees while you surround yourself with an explosion of green tones. One of the best hiking routes in Asturias starts from Moal and goes through the forest towards the Muniellos River. I recommend making a stop in the town of Moal and taking the opportunity to chat with its charming neighbors.
The great variety of landscapes provided by the Moal Forest allows us to discover the perfect coexistence between humans and nature conservation. Believe me when I tell you that you will never get bored since each of the corners of this natural area has a special charm.
Rafting on the Narcea River
In these spaces, apart from enjoying impressive landscapes while trekking, you can do other activities such as rafting or wildlife observation. You can put your adventurer skills to the test by giving full throttle to the paddle and descending the river practicing rafting on the Narcea River. The truth is that in Asturias we find good rivers for rafting such as the River Cares or the Sella River.
This mighty river has six places of Interest along its course: Alto Narcea, Fuentes del Narcea and Ibias, Río Narcea, Río Pigüeña, Somiedo and Peatland of La Molina. Along its route it forms small, narrow meadows that lead to the frequent appearance of small settlements, which makes it a perfect river for rafting.
Therefore, you will be able to experience strong emotions through the maximum adventure while enjoying an enriching landscape.
Wine tourism experiences
As for the wine from Cangas de Narcea, it should be noted that it is the only wine-producing area in Asturias. This type of tourism enhances and manages the wine wealth of the territory, thus offering a sensory experience to the visitor.
If you are passionate about wines and want to know the history of their vineyards, I recommend a route that combines culture and nature to visit the best wineries that belong to these Asturian lands. A route where tradition and oenology go hand in hand. Taste their wines and enjoy the wonderful Cangas wine with Protected Designation of Origin of Cangas Wines.
Finally, you cannot miss visiting the Wine Museum with a very complete guided tour in which everything related to the world of oenology will be explained to you.
Route through the Somiedo Natural Park
Somiedo is another of the most beautiful natural spaces near Cangas del Narcea that you will find. A protected area declared a Natural Park in 1988 and a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2000.
Its valleys and wonderful forests of holm oaks and gall oaks of Mediterranean origin provide shelter and food to the numerous fauna that dominates this area. Biosphere Reserve. The Someda landscape is home to beautiful meadows that in spring show great color thanks to flowers such as orchids. A charming landscape that will transport you to a fantasy world.
I recommend taking a visit to this park where you can explore different landscapes while combining two of the place's favorite activities: hiking and observation of its fauna. Of course, you will have to be very careful and not run into the dominant animal of these places, the brown bear.
Asturian tradition and gastronomy
Everyone speaks wonders about Asturian gastronomy and it is no wonder. I can assure you that their typical dishes are exquisitely delicious. So don't worry, in Cangas de Narcea you won't leave hungry.
Taste a cachopo It is the wish of many. An authentic delight made from beef and other exquisite ingredients (a most consistent food). Another favorite dish is the stew Collard greens, a very traditional recipe that is consumed especially in times of low temperatures. In addition, in the area they are experts when it comes to making empanadas and artisan wood-fired bread. Their famous empanadas are delicious.
This way, you can rest from a hard day by doing adventure activities in Cangas del Narcea while you taste the best Asturian cuisine.
You know, if you want to discover a special corner of Spain full of virgin forests, you cannot miss the opportunity to visit Cangas de Narcea. Its nature, history and tradition will captivate you in the charms of this natural paradise that you will not regret having visited. A place where time seems to have stopped and which you will want to visit a thousand times more.
