The Asturian coast of the ‘Costa Cantabrica’ is one of Spain’s best-kept secrets. While the rest of Spain is being baked in the sweltering summer heat, this north Atlantic coastline known as the ‘Costa Verde’ has the perfect climate for an active family holiday. Think Great British summers with water warm enough to have a good swim in, pristine fine-sand beaches, deserted coves, cliffs and rock pools full of interesting sea creatures for the kids to explore, backed by Europe’s only true maritime mountain range, the majestic Picos de Europa.
This spectacular coastline is broken up by pretty, traditional fishing villages and towns where folk still look towards the crashing Atlantic for their living. The bustling bars serve up an exciting array of the daily catch with lashings of Asturian culinary tradition, swilled down with local dry cider (or plonk if you prefer). Remember the Spanish do everything with their children, and so yours will be welcome in bars and restaurants, making for a social and enjoyable trip for all.
There's also a chance for the family to take a surf lesson with a professional instructor in the Atlantic breakers and a canoeing session along the Rio Sella - all included in the holiday cost.
For those with tired afternoon legs, the FEVE tourist railway links all of the villages along the coast, allowing for great flexibility if you want to cut any ride short and head back to your hotel. This fantastic trip will give you a true flavour of this authentic Spanish region.
There may be some slight changes to the itinerary in 2023.
