The Majestic Sanctuary of Covadonga

Getting There

• Car

  From Oviedo, take the A-66 motorway towards Gijón and then merge onto the A-8 towards Cantabria. Take exit 350 for N-625 towards Cangas de Onís. Continue on N-625 until you reach Covadonga. Follow the signs for 'Santuario de Covadonga' as you approach the village. The sanctuary is located at Lugar Covadonga, s/n, 33589 Covadonga, Asturias. Note that parking may have a fee, typically around €2-€5 depending on the season.

• Public Transportation

  From Oviedo, take a bus from the Estación de Autobuses to Cangas de Onís (approximately 1.5 hours, tickets cost around €8). Once in Cangas de Onís, transfer to a local bus heading towards Covadonga. Buses to Covadonga run frequently during the tourist season and take about 30 minutes. Make sure to check the schedule ahead of time, as the frequency may vary off-peak.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can take a taxi from any major city in Asturias. For example, a taxi from Oviedo to Covadonga will take about 1 hour and will cost approximately €80-€100. It’s advisable to negotiate the fare beforehand or ask for a meter.

• Walking (from Cangas de Onís)

  For the more adventurous, you can hike from Cangas de Onís to Covadonga. The distance is about 12 km (approximately 7.5 miles) and will take around 3-4 hours. Follow the N-625 road until you reach the signs for Covadonga, but be cautious as there may not be dedicated pedestrian paths for some sections.