Posada de Valdeón, Castille and León
Provincia de León · Castille and León · Spain · 503 residents
Posada de Valdeón is a village in Provincia de León, Castille and León, Spain, home to around 503 people. There are 3 notable places to see in and around town, including Picos de Europa National Park and Sistema del Trave. The nearest airport is Asturias (OVD), about 1 h 29 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Picos de Europa National Park, Sistema del Trave and Mirador del Tombo.
- Best weather from June to August: the warmest and driest part of the year.
- Easy to reach: Asturias (OVD) is 63 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Posada de Valdeón
Ranked by how well known they are.
1national parkPicos de Europa National Park
6 miles from the centre · Photo
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and National Park in the Picos de Europa mountain range, in northern Spain. It is shared by the autonomous communities of Asturias, Cantabria and Castile and León
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3viewpointMirador del Tombo
2 miles from the centre · Photo
Tours & tickets in Posada de Valdeón
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Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Posada de Valdeón and the villages around it is a hire car from Asturias (OVD), about 1 h 29 min away.
Best time to visit Posada de Valdeón
June to August: the warmest and driest part of the year.
- 8°CJan228 mm
- 9°CFeb139 mm
- 11°CMar105 mm
- 14°CApr96 mm
- 14°CMay161 mm
- 19°CJun145 mm
- 21°CJul67 mm
- 22°CAug96 mm
- 19°CSept133 mm
- 17°COct188 mm
- 13°CNov204 mm
- 9°CDec201 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8°C | 2°C | 228 mm | 5 h |
| Feb | 9°C | 2°C | 139 mm | 7 h |
| Mar | 11°C | 3°C | 105 mm | 8 h |
| Apr | 14°C | 6°C | 96 mm | 9 h |
| May | 14°C | 7°C | 161 mm | 10 h |
| Jun | 19°C | 12°C | 145 mm | 10 h |
| Jul | 21°C | 14°C | 67 mm | 11 h |
| Aug | 22°C | 15°C | 96 mm | 10 h |
| Sept | 19°C | 12°C | 133 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 17°C | 10°C | 188 mm | 7 h |
| Nov | 13°C | 7°C | 204 mm | 6 h |
| Dec | 9°C | 3°C | 201 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)63 miles, about 1 h 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Santander (SDR)58 miles, about 1 h 23 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Bilbao (BIO)102 miles, about 2 h 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 33 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Santander (60 miles).
Posada de Valdeón is good for
Around Posada de Valdeón
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Posada de Valdeón worth visiting?
Yes. Posada de Valdeón is known for Picos de Europa National Park, Sistema del Trave and Mirador del Tombo. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Posada de Valdeón?
June to August, with the warmest and driest part of the year.
How do I get to Posada de Valdeón from the UK?
Fly to Asturias (OVD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 29 min by road. Santander (SDR) is an alternative, 58 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 33 min.
Is Posada de Valdeón good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Posada de Valdeón?
Llanes (20 miles), Ribadesella (23 miles), Comillas (36 miles) and San Vicente de la Barquera (31 miles) are all within an hour or so.