Why Visit Los Resquilones
Perched above the rugged Asturian shoreline, Los Resquilones rewards visitors with unobstructed vistas of jagged cliffs, rolling green pastures, and the endless Cantabrian Sea. The viewpoint captures the region’s signature blend of wild coast and lush interior, especially striking when morning light highlights the layered rock formations or when evening mist softens the distant headlands.
How to Get There
Los Resquilones lies in western Asturias near the village of Coaña. Drivers follow the AS-12 coastal road then turn inland on local lanes toward the coordinates 43.3947560, -4.8270585. The final approach is a short, well-marked footpath through meadows that takes 10–15 minutes on foot. Public transport is limited; most travelers arrive by car or arrange a taxi from nearby Navia.
Best Time to Visit
Spring and early autumn deliver mild temperatures and fewer visitors. Summer offers long daylight hours but can bring coastal haze; winter visits reward hardy travelers with dramatic wave action, though paths may be muddy. Sunrise and late afternoon provide the clearest light and softest colors.
What to See and Do
Stand at the stone viewpoint platform to photograph the layered cliffs dropping into turquoise coves. Short walks along adjacent trails lead to quieter grassy knolls and occasional wildflower meadows. Birdwatchers often spot kestrels and seabirds riding the updrafts. Bring binoculars for distant fishing boats and, on clear days, the silhouette of the Picos de Europa range to the south.
Nearby Attractions
- The fishing port of Puerto de Vega, 10 minutes away, offers fresh seafood and a sheltered harbor walk.
- Playa de Navia provides a wide sandy beach ideal for a post-viewpoint swim.
- The medieval village of Coaña features Roman ruins and a small ethnographic museum.
- Further east, the famous Playa Gulpiyuri demonstrates an inland tidal pool connected to the sea by underground tunnels.
Combine a morning at Los Resquilones with an afternoon exploring these coastal gems for a complete Asturias day trip.
