Several different points of interest come together in Sinariega: the fortified site of La Llanaona, the Chapel of San Cosme y San Damián in Les Tercies, a cycling route that passes through Sinariega, and the festival in honor of Saint Nicholas. For planning, it is worth considering these highlights separately. La Llanaona combines terrain and military history; the chapel offers a specific architectural-history reference, but is now in ruins. The cycling route and festival offer different highlights: a route profile for cyclists and a time window in early September. This can help you decide whether historical sites, outdoor activity, or the festival should be the main focus of your stay.
La Llanaona: Terrain and Fortifications
The fortified site of La Llanaona lies near Sinariega at an elevation of about 380 meters. Its fortifications take advantage of the steep natural slopes above the valley of the RĂo Sella. They are complemented by a massive wall and an adjacent flattened platform. Their relationship is key to understanding the site: the slopes are part of its design, while the wall and platform add built features to the terrain. La Llanaona therefore cannot be reduced to a single wall; its position above the valley and the flattened area are also part of its layout.
La Llanaona was later reused as a Republican defensive stronghold. This use included trenches, parapets, and a bunker gallery. The site therefore has a later military history as well as its relationship with the terrain. If you plan to include it in your trip, check access locally.
Chapel in Les Tercies
The Chapel of San Cosme y San Damián is located in the district of Les Tercies in Sinariega. Its vernacular style is attributed to the 18th and 19th centuries; it was built with funds from Indianos. Its present condition is also relevant: the chapel is currently in ruins and has even lost its bell gable. Its historic architecture and state of preservation are two separate aspects. Before visiting, check access and its condition locally.
Culture and the Festival Calendar
Sinariega received the “Pueblo ejemplar de Parres” award after the jury recognized the residents’ work to document and recover elements of traditional culture. The award highlights this cultural work. The festival in honor of Saint Nicholas is celebrated in Sinariega in early September. If you want to plan your trip around the festival, check the exact dates in advance. The award and the festival offer different highlights: the award recognizes cultural work, while the festival marks a specific time of year.
Cycling Route and Route Profile
The “Ribadesella por Sinariega” cycling route passes through Sinariega. It includes an irregular climb over 3.5 kilometers at a gradient of 7.5 percent. This is a clearly defined section to consider when planning your route; because the climb is irregular, the figure should not be taken as a consistent profile for the entire route. Check current conditions before setting off and factor in the climb as a separate planning point. Unlike the festival, this information is not a calendar window but a measure of the physical demands of the ride.
More destinations
Discover more destinations: Pimiango, Merás, Pruneda, Llueves, Serantes, La Pedrera, Ribadesella, Premio
For the main travel overview: Asturias.
