Colunga, Asturias
Province of Asturias · Asturias · Spain · 3,868 residents · on the coast
Colunga is a seaside village in Province of Asturias, Asturias, Spain, home to around 3,868 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Jurassic Museum of Asturias and Sierra del Sueve. The nearest airport is Asturias (OVD), about 55 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Jurassic Museum of Asturias, Sierra del Sueve and Playa de Lastres.
- On the coast, with 8 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from July: daytime highs between 23°C and 23°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Asturias (OVD) is 39 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Colunga
Ranked by how well known they are.
1museum
2protected area
3beachPlaya de Lastres
1 mile from the centre · Photo
4beachPlaya de El Barrigón
3 miles from the centre · Photo
5beachPlaya de La Isla
2 miles from the centre · Photo
6beachPlaya de La Espasa
3 miles from the centre · Photo
7lighthouse
8beachPlaya de la Griega
1 mile from the centre · Photo
10palace
Playa de Bonome
beach · 3 miles from the centre
Playa de El Pozo de las Pipas
beach · 3 miles from the centre
Playa de El Visu
beach · 4 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Colunga
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Colunga can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Colunga
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Colunga and the villages around it is a hire car from Asturias (OVD), about 55 min away.
Best time to visit Colunga
July: daytime highs between 23°C and 23°C with little rain.
- 14°CJan197 mm
- 14°CFeb103 mm
- 16°CMar99 mm
- 17°CApr75 mm
- 18°CMay117 mm
- 21°CJun117 mm
- 23°CJul51 mm
- 24°CAug70 mm
- 22°CSept112 mm
- 22°COct151 mm
- 18°CNov154 mm
- 15°CDec136 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 6°C | 197 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 14°C | 6°C | 103 mm | 7 h |
| Mar | 16°C | 8°C | 99 mm | 8 h |
| Apr | 17°C | 9°C | 75 mm | 9 h |
| May | 18°C | 11°C | 117 mm | 11 h |
| Jun | 21°C | 15°C | 117 mm | 10 h |
| Jul | 23°C | 17°C | 51 mm | 11 h |
| Aug | 24°C | 17°C | 70 mm | 10 h |
| Sept | 22°C | 15°C | 112 mm | 9 h |
| Oct | 22°C | 14°C | 151 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 11°C | 154 mm | 6 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 7°C | 136 mm | 6 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Asturias (OVD)39 miles, about 55 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)73 miles, about 1 h 43 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)119 miles, about 2 h 49 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 17 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Santander (73 miles).
Colunga is good for
Around Colunga
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Colunga worth visiting?
Yes. Colunga is known for Jurassic Museum of Asturias, Sierra del Sueve and Playa de Lastres, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Colunga?
July, with daytime highs between 23°C and 23°C with little rain.
How do I get to Colunga from the UK?
Fly to Asturias (OVD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 55 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 73 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 17 min.
Is Colunga good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Colunga?
Gijón (20 miles), Avilés (33 miles), Oviedo (30 miles) and Llanes (26 miles) are all within an hour or so.