30.5 km | 8-11 hours | +884m / -825m
A long stage heading west through the final stretch of the Asturian coast, with a characteristic 'dientes de sierra' (sawtooth) profile of constant ups and downs. The route passes through Otur and crosses the Rio Esva, continuing through small western Asturian villages.
The terrain is moderately hilly with forest and farmland. In Villademoros, the 15th-century Torre de Villademoros is one of the finest examples of medieval military architecture in the region. The route passes near the town of Navia (at approximately km 19), which has all services and good albergues if you need to split the stage.
A Carida is a small town near the Asturian-Galician border with basic services including accommodation and restaurants.
Terrain: Coastal and inland paths, rolling hills, forest sections, rural roads
A charming Asturian fishing town set in a natural harbour between green cliffs, with a hilltop cemetery overlooking the sea and excellent seafood restaurants. Often called the 'White Village of the Green Coast'.
An Asturian town on the Navia River estuary with a pleasant town centre, full services, and connections to the coast. A practical stop between Luarca and Ribadeo.
4 places to stay between Luarca / Ḷḷuarca and A Caridá
Accommodation at the start of this stage (useful for booking the night before)
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Accommodation at the end of this stage
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