Argüero offers three distinct highlights for a trip of discovery: the coastal landscape at the Río Merón, a hiking trail with repeated river crossings, and cultural themes connected with Asturcón ponies and local traditions. Playa de Merón and the Ruta de los Molinos del Río Merón define the nature experience; an exhibition, church portals and a livestock fair offer other points of interest. When choosing where to stay, you can consider whether to focus more on scenery, outdoor activity or culture.

Playa de Merón: River Mouth and Coast

Playa de Merón lies at the mouth of the Río Merón, between the parishes of Argüeru and Careñes. The 200-metre-long beach consists of pebbles and white sand and is flanked by cliffs; it is also part of the Costa del Jurásico Asturiano. Here, beach, river and a cliff-lined coastline meet. Road access is available. As access and beach services may change, please check the current conditions before your visit.

A site where dinosaur footprints have been found lies half a kilometre west of Playa de Merón and can be reached by a path that crosses the cliffs. The route is as important to consider when planning as the distance: access is via the cliffs. For travellers interested in dinosaur footprints, this adds a specific point of interest along the coast.

The Ruta de los Molinos del Río Merón

A tourist route description from 2021 presents the Ruta de los Molinos del Río Merón as an eight-kilometre hiking trail through the parishes of Argüeru and Careñes, with Playa de Merón as a possible starting or finishing point. The Río Merón must be crossed on foot several times along the route. Planning therefore needs to take account of both the distance and the repeated river crossings. Check trail conditions locally: river conditions vary by season and can change after rain. Suitable waterproof footwear is recommended for crossing the river.

Asturcón Ponies and Local Culture

The Ecomuseo del Poni Asturcón is part of the Núcleo de Turismo Rural «La Quintana de La Foncalada» in Argüeru/Argüero, Villaviciosa. Its exhibition covers the origins and characteristics of the Asturcón and other Celtic ponies, as well as myths and legends and the ethnographic traditions of their breeding. Animal characteristics, stories and breeding traditions are brought together in this exhibition. For travellers who want to explore culture through more than architecture alone, it offers a clearly defined subject of interest.

The portals of the Iglesia de San Mamés de Argüero recall the Romanesque style, adding an architectural highlight. The annual Feria de Ganado de Argüeru, which has a history spanning more than three decades, is another expression of local tradition. It features livestock, produce from vegetable gardens, crafts, games, music and local memories. The programme may vary from one edition to another. If the fair is the reason for your trip, check the date and programme for that year’s edition before making plans.

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