The Castro de Coaña was founded during the Iron Age, around the 4th century BC. It is located on a gently sloping hillside overlooking the Navia Valley and has been designated as a Bien de Interés Cultural (Asset of Cultural Interest).
Those who choose Coaña as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture and History
The Aula Didáctica del Castro de Coaña presents Castro culture in the northwest, archaeological methods and finds, as well as Roman gold mining, including settlement, mining and mining technology.
The Castro de Mohías has held the status of a Bien de Interés Cultural since 2014. Along the visitor route, fortification elements can be seen on the way to the inner area; a surrounding wall provided additional fortification for the settlement.
The Camino del Norte passes through Coaña and is a historic route to Santiago de Compostela. El «Caleyón» preserves the old course of the Camino Real. In Jarrio, Álvaro Pérez de Coaña founded a pilgrims' hospital in the 14th century under the patronage of Saint Anne.
Bolo rodado is a traditional sport from the municipality of Coaña and is central to many festivals; several tournaments in this sport take place throughout the year.
Coast and Nature
Playa de Torbas is a 730 m-long beach in Coaña with dark sand and gravel; it can be reached on foot and by car. It is suitable for fishing. Diving takes place in the rockier section on the right.
Playa de Arnelles is part of a Special Protection Area for birds (ZEPA) and a Site of Community Importance (LIC).
The Salías recreation area is located on Playa de Armazá beach near Cartavio in Coaña. Salías offers a viewpoint overlooking the Cantabrian Sea and has a large car park, tables, barbecue areas, drinking fountains and a small shelter for protection from the rain. Salías can be reached from the N-634 road via the turn-off to Cartavio, followed by the signs to Playa de Armazá.
Trails and Activities
The Route del Cordal de Coaña (PR-AS 185) is a challenging 20.4 km circular route that begins and ends at the Castro de Coaña. The Ruta Marinera de Ortigueira leads to the Faro de San Agustín.
Other Local Attractions
Ortigueira began to develop in the Middle Ages. The town combines traditional seafaring houses with houses in the Indian style of architecture, offering views of the sea. Quinta Jardón in Ortigueira has one of the best-preserved gardens with French influences in the Principality of Asturias. Ortigueira also has a centuries-old tradition of catching spiny lobsters.
Other destinations in the same overarching area: Comarca De La Sidra, El Franco, Castropol, Gijón, Tapia De Casariego, Cabranes, Ponga.
