Villamayor – Nature, Culture and Holiday Apartments

The parish of Villamayor lies in a valley shaped by the Río Piloña, flanked by mountain formations, streams, and small valleys.

The desired length of stay can be matched with short walks, longer hiking stages, a cycle route, and cultural discoveries.

Nature and Routes

Villamayor has numerous clear rivers and streams where, among other species, trout and eels can be observed. In the natural surroundings of Villamayor, Asturian wildlife such as wild boar, roe deer, red deer, small birds of prey, vultures, owls, and barn owls can be observed.

The El Chorrón recreation area is located in a native forest beside the Río de La Cueva, also known as the Río Pequeño. The El Chorrón recreation area includes parking spaces, a children's area, picnic tables, and a hiking trail.

An easy hiking route from Villamayor leads for just over 2 km to the El Chorrón recreation area and the Cascada del Chorrón. From the recreation area, a short walk of around 200 m leads to the Cascada del Chorrón.

Active Pursuits

Stage 6 of the GR109 Asturias Interior begins in Villamayor, is 13.31 km long, and has a medium level of difficulty. It offers views of Infiesto and the neighboring mountain ranges of Sueve, Aves, and Sellón.

The Ruta de Modesto Montoto includes ten observation points with original photographs by the photographer from Piloña and short explanatory texts. The Piloña Este cycling route leads to the El Chorrón recreation area and from there downhill to Villamayor.

The route lengths and types of activity help you compare the trails according to your desired amount of time and physical activity and set your own priorities.

Other Places

Other places: Sardeda, San Román De Villa, Sevares, Villar De Huergo, Antrialgo, Cuerrias, Piloña, Caldevilla

Culture and History

The apse, the beginning of the nave, and the south portal of the church are preserved from the Romanesque structure of Santa María de Villamayor. The Benedictine convent of Santa María de Villamayor was founded between the 12th and 13th centuries and dissolved in the 14th century.

The façade of Casa Pastrana bears the funerary inscription of Oculatio, a stele that bears witness to the Roman presence in Villamayor. In the Valledal district, traditional Asturian architecture has been preserved, with old houses, hórreos, and cobbled streets.

Villamayor has examples of Indian architecture; the renowned architect Manuel Busto Delgado left his mark on several Indian buildings in Villamayor. Chupa Chups was created in Villamayor.

During Corpus de Villamayor, various social and religious activities take place over several days.

When choosing a holiday apartment in Villamayor, travel dates, apartment size, and cancellation conditions can be considered separately. Travel dates define the timeframe, while apartment size and cancellation conditions remain details specific to the accommodation. For personal travel planning, these three points can be recorded independently, weighed against one another, and organized during the preparation process. This creates a clear overview of the selected criteria.

To the higher-level travel overview: Piloña.