People surf at Playa de Anguileiro beach; from there, a promenade runs along the coast towards the fishing port of Tapia. There is also the Camino de Santiago del Norte, an island lighthouse and protected natural areas. This offers several ways to plan a stay in Tapia De Casariego: coastal activities, hiking, nature and culture.
Coast and nature
Playa de Anguileiro, also known as La Grande or Campos, is part of the European Natura 2000 network of protected areas under the ZEPA and ZEC designations. The beach is therefore not only a place for surfing, but also part of a designated protected area. From here, the promenade follows the coast towards the fishing port.
Playa Penarronda is designated a natural monument. Its dunes are home to endangered plant species, including lechuguilla dulce, mielga marĂtima and alhelĂ de mar. Penarronda is the only beach in Asturias where alhelĂ de mar occurs. The islets of Las Pantorgas lie to the east of the beach. Protected birds identified there include the Eurasian oystercatcher and the European shag.
The landscape across the municipality also bears different traces of its formation. The Lagos de Silva, also known as Lagunas de Salave, were formed from mining remains. These wetlands are among the few in Asturias with high biological value. The headland known as “punta del perigote” offers spectacular views of the Cantabrian coast.
Surfing and the Camino del Norte
Surf schools in Tapia de Casariego offer lessons for beginners and advanced surfers. If you plan to take lessons, check availability with the school before your trip. Lessons are available for both experience levels; it is best to plan according to whether you want to include a course in your stay.
The Camino de Santiago del Norte crosses the municipality of Tapia de Casariego on an Asturian stage. The section passing through Tapia is part of Stage 26. This stage is 21.3 km long and is estimated to take around 5.5 hours. The distance and approximate walking time together provide a concrete basis for planning your day’s walk. Before setting out, it is advisable to check route conditions and trail markers.
Lighthouse, port and culture
The Faro de Tapia stands on an island and is the only lighthouse in the region located on an island. It is also one of nine Asturian lighthouses included in Spain’s catalogue of lighthouses of special cultural heritage interest. Its island location and its inclusion in the catalogue are two distinct aspects of the structure: a geographical feature and a cultural designation.
The “Los Señores de las Casas Palacio” Museum uses modern lighting, imaging and sound technology to create an immersive experience along its route. The Puerta de Entrada de Tapia is one of the main entrances to the Parque Histórico del Navia. Both places add historical and cultural perspectives to the coastal and nature themes.
The present-day port of Tapia de Casariego was built between 1870 and 1880. Those interested in the town’s development will find a specific historical timeframe here; when planning, the port can be considered as a separate point of interest alongside the lighthouse and the museum route.
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This allows you to plan your trip around your own interests, without assuming the same itinerary for every stay.
For the broader travel overview: Tapia De Casariego.
