Carucedo, Castille and León
Provincia de León · Castille and León · Spain · 639 residents
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Carucedo is a village in Provincia de León, Castille and León, Spain, home to around 639 people. There are 2 notable places to see in and around town, including Q696803 and Q12397015. The nearest airport is Asturias (OVD), about 1 h 58 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Q696803 and Q12397015.
- Best weather from July: daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Asturias (OVD) is 83 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Carucedo
Ranked by how well known they are.
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1archaeological site
Q12397015
cave · 4 miles from the centre
Tours & tickets in Carucedo
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Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Carucedo and the villages around it is a hire car from Asturias (OVD), about 1 h 58 min away.
Best time to visit Carucedo
July: daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
- 10°CJan113 mm
- 13°CFeb65 mm
- 15°CMar111 mm
- 20°CApr42 mm
- 21°CMay67 mm
- 25°CJun78 mm
- 30°CJul6 mm
- 31°CAug3 mm
- 24°CSept81 mm
- 20°COct166 mm
- 16°CNov98 mm
- 11°CDec63 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10°C | 3°C | 113 mm | 6 h |
| Feb | 13°C | 4°C | 65 mm | 8 h |
| Mar | 15°C | 6°C | 111 mm | 8 h |
| Apr | 20°C | 9°C | 42 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 10°C | 67 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 15°C | 78 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 30°C | 17°C | 6 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 31°C | 18°C | 3 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 24°C | 13°C | 81 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 20°C | 12°C | 166 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 16°C | 8°C | 98 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 11°C | 3°C | 63 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Asturias (OVD)83 miles, about 1 h 58 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santiago de Compostela (SCQ)88 miles, about 2 h 5 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- A Coruña (LCG)99 miles, about 2 h 21 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 33 min without stops.
Carucedo is good for
Around Carucedo
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Carucedo worth visiting?
Yes. Carucedo is known for Q696803 and Q12397015. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Carucedo?
July, with daytime highs between 30°C and 30°C with little rain.
How do I get to Carucedo from the UK?
Fly to Asturias (OVD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 58 min by road. Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) is an alternative, 88 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 33 min.
Is Carucedo good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Carucedo?
Astorga (36 miles), Ponferrada (10 miles), Castro Caldelas (35 miles) and Quiroga (26 miles) are all within an hour or so.