Carved into the rugged coast of Asturias, is a picturesque fishing village that lit up our recent tour of the north. After driving along the coast from Gijón, we were instantly struck by its vibrant colours. We enjoyed the freshest of seafood at one of the quaint harbourside restaurants, and found the spectacular yet inexpensive.
We spent the rest of the day wandering through the village’s narrow, winding streets and after its seemingly endless staircases to unveil a panoramic view of the harbour. Midway between Córdoba and Granada, is a beautiful unspoiled town, replete with stunning churches, a flower-bedecked, whitewashed old town and a good number of superb restaurants and bars. Stay in the wonderful (doubles from €136, B&B) a few miles away; a gorgeous, eco-friendly place run by welcoming, knowledgeable hosts – with walks and bike rides from the door in beautiful countryside.
Return to a dip in the pool, an expertly mixed G&T and a fabulous home-cooked dinner under the stars. Every week we ask our readers for recommendations from their travels. A selection of tips will be featured online and may appear in print.
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