In Güeñu/Bueño, a group of very well-preserved hórreos is a defining feature of Ribera De Arriba’s ethnographic heritage. It is considered one of the most significant ethnographic ensembles in Asturias. The Paseo de los Hórreos de Güeñu/Bueño also runs along the banks of the Nalón: the route passes through the Río Nalón Special Area of Conservation (SAC), which is part of the Natura 2000 network. Check local route conditions before setting out.
Hórreos and cultural sites
The Centro de Interpretación del Hórreo explains the origins and distinctive features of hórreos in the Atlantic part of the Iberian Peninsula. Its facilities include interactive games, a recreation of the interior of a hórreo and an audiovisual room. This offers a way to explore the subject through both its cultural context and visual exhibits. Check what is currently on display before your visit.
Among the buildings in Bueño is the Casa de las Artes y las Ciencias, housed in the former Palacio de Bueño, also known as the Palacio de los Prieto. The palace is an example of an Asturian manor house and was later remodelled. In June 2023, its doors reopened and the Aula de las Matemáticas y la Ciencia cultural project was inaugurated. As the programme may change, it is advisable to check current dates before visiting.
Architectural history and cave art
The Cueva de Entrecueves is in Fresneo, in the municipality of Ribera de Arriba. The cave, which features Palaeolithic depictions, is protected as a Bien de Interés Cultural (Asset of Cultural Interest). It is a gallery system with very difficult access and is one of the caves and rock shelters with rock art in Ribera de Arriba. Its protected status and archaeological significance come with a practical limitation: access is difficult.
Other buildings reflect different periods in the area’s history. The Capilla de San Juan de Mata in Bueño dates from the 18th century. Its rectangular floor plan and round-arched doorway give it a clearly defined architectural form. The Iglesia de San Nicolás de Tellego dates from the 17th century. Today, only part of the wall and the entrance gate remain of the Castillo de Doña Urraca. The Casa de Hevia-Ponte is considered the finest example of civil architecture in the municipality of Ribera de Arriba.
Hiking and cycling
For active exploration, two routes differ in their stated difficulty. The Bueño–Peñerudes route can be completed on foot or by bicycle and is rated as moderate. It starts at the El Llosalín car park before Bueño; take local parking conditions into account when planning. The Monte de Bustello hiking route is rated as moderate to difficult. Its trail passes among chestnut and hazel trees. You can compare the routes by their stated difficulty and the mode of travel for each, without assuming a walking time.
Landscape, routes and getting there
Ribera De Arriba combines plains and mountain landscapes. Oak and chestnut trees are common in its wooded areas; the Caudal and the Nalón rivers meet in the municipality. Ribera De Arriba is also part of the Ruta de la Plata and the Camino de Santiago. These connections complement the cultural attractions with a landscape and wider regional context.
Transport links include the A-66 motorway, the N-630 and N-634 national roads and the AS-322 regional road; there is also a railway connection. Check current train services before travelling. The Fiestas de San Juan de Mata take place in Bueño in February. If you want to plan your visit around them, check the exact event dates before travelling.
Discover more destinations: Bueño, Siero, Salas, Laviana, Nalón Valley, Nava, Piloña, Campiellos.
For the main travel overview: Asturias.
