La Caridad
‹ Back to the stage
La Caridad
- Residents: 1.796 aprox.
- Province: Asturias
Information
Get to know La Caridad
This small Asturian village is located very close to the Cantabrian coast so it has beautiful beaches very close to the town center. Like the rest of the area, is a population whose economy focuses on livestock, agriculture and trade. So the pilgrim who decides to spend the night in this town can enjoy a cuisine with local products of the highest quality.
Location
How to get there
La Caridad is located in the municipality of O Franco, it is easily reached as it is very close to the route of the A-8 highway. From Oviedo take the A-63 highway to the end and link with the national N-634 until you reach the A-8, the exit you have to take to get to La Caridad is 488.
It is possible to arrive by train thanks to the railway line that connects the city of Ferrol with Oviedo, this provides a beautiful view of the entire Cantabrian coast.
History / Culture
What to see
Boimouro
Boimouro is a beautiful place full of vegetation of all kinds through which runs a stream. It has an old blacksmith’s forge where the typical accessories of the activity and part of the construction are still preserved.

Cascada de Penadecabras
The Penadecabras waterfall is a set of rocks and water of the river Mazo as it passes through the village of the same name. Thanks to this set appear large waterfalls surrounded by rich flora and fauna although it has a difficult access.

Castro de Cabo Blanco
The Castro de Cabo Blanco is located in Valdeperas, it is, by its size, the most important castro in the region and one of the most prominent in Asturias. Its origin dates back to the Iron Age between the fourth and first centuries BC because at this time the castro space was limited to the narrow stretch of land that formed the cape.

Covas Andia
Declared a Natural Monument in 2002, they are located eight kilometers from A Caridá, in the village of Andía. Its location is around a valley of limestone rock, being active these mines during the first and second centuries A.D.
.
GUIDED VISITS SCHEDULE
They take place from Tuesday to Sunday at 12:00 and at 16:30
FEE RATES
Individual rate: 3 €Children under 15 and over 65 years old: 2.5 € Group rates for groups of 15 people: 2 €Children under 5 years old: free
Fees for groups of 15 people: 2 €Children under 5 years old: free
Fees for groups of 15 people: 2 €
<pINFORMATION OF INTEREST
Telephone: 985 478 601

Iglesia de Santa María de Miudes
The Church of Santa Maria de Miudes is the oldest work of all the council as it appears documented even in the early eleventh century and has a Latin-ojival style. It is one of the few buildings in western Asturias that retains traces of Romanesque building.

Palacio de Fonfría
The Fonfría palace has a Galician style dating from the sixteenth century, and was built on a very strong tower. Made of masonry, it has a large metal gate of the eighteenth century. It stands out in the interior of its enclosure with a chapel which had a tribune, accessing it through a noble floor and highlighting the presence of a baroque altarpiece. It also has a beautiful private library and a coat of arms, as well as a fountain of medicinal waters in the garden of the palace. It belonged to the family of Don Diego Castrillón Cienfuegos.

Palacio de Jardón
The Jardón Palace is a beautiful construction of Indian architecture that has a beautiful garden and white stone paths, as well as a beautiful architectural complex around it, all from the years 1914-1917.
The Jardón Palace is a beautiful construction of Indian architecture that has a beautiful garden and white stone paths, as well as a beautiful architectural complex around it, all from the years 1914-1917.

Molinos y río Porcía
The Porcía river is part of the natural resources protected at European level thanks to the value of species such as otters and salmon. Its course follows different geological structures forming small waterfalls, also being able to observe in the surroundings, a multitude of mills that are powered by water.
<p
Palacio de los Castropol
The Castropol Palace is located in the parish of Miudes and dates from the sixteenth century. It stands out for its inner courtyard, towers, crenellated walls and the chapel that contains inside dedicated to St. Thomas. Today it houses a large museum of antiques, furniture and tapestries.

Playa de Monellos
The beach of Monellos is a small cove of just forty meters, with stone and sand and surrounded by rocks. It has a difficult access on foot, but it is sheltered from the wind, besides being an ideal place for spearfishing.

Complejo cultural As Quintas
It is a century-old building that was formerly known as “Esperanza das Quintas” and reflects the traditional architecture of the area by the use of stone and slate, small windows, the barn and the cellar. It underwent a major restoration in 2005 and currently houses various municipal services.

Playa de Porcía
The beach of Porcía is characterized by its fine sand and its meanders that come from the river and the islets of the Boy. It is situated in a shell-shaped inlet and has an extension of about three hundred meters long.
It has a good pedestrian and road access, in addition to parking and viewpoints on which to observe the cliffs.

Puerto pesquero de Viavélez
Viavélez is characterized for being an Asturian village of great seafaring culture. It has characteristic constructions of western Asturias, with numerous houses that are in a multitude of narrow streets and small roads through which to walk and enjoy the wonderful fishing port of small dimensions.
<p
Santuario de la Braña
The Sanctuary of La Braña is located in the village of the same name, dates from the eighteenth century and was crowned with a tower with three bells. It features a Doric high altar with the image of the Virgen de la Braña.
One of the chapels inside has the most important image which is the Virgen de la Candelaria, in addition to a holy fountain outside, well known by the faithful pilgrims.

Área recreativa de As Pedreiras
This is an indoor recreational area, located in Valdepares, next to lush forests and in a wetland area with a firm slate floor. It also has benches to enjoy a meal and a playground for children.

Área recreativa de Cambaredo
The recreational area of Cambaredo is located right next to the beach of Cambaredo and is located on cliffs over 50 meters high, with wonderful views of the entire coast and also has in the same area with a sculpture that symbolizes the essence of the cliffs.
The recreational area of Cambaredo is located right next to the beach of Cambaredo and is located on cliffs over 50 meters high, with wonderful views of the entire coast and also has a sculpture in the same area with a sculpture that symbolizes the essence of the cliffs.

Information of interest
Local police
985 637 030
Civil guard
985 637 070
Fire department
112
Civil protection
609 050 115
Town hall
985 478 601
Health center
985 478 268 / 985 478 287
Tourism office
985 637 233
Complejo cultural As Quintas

Te enviamos tu planificación
Indícanos tus datos y recibe en tu email la planificación de tu viaje
Recommended
Gastronomy
Recommended
Festivals and Pilgrimages
Local festivity
29 de septiembre: San Miguel y la semana cultural
Local festivity
12 de octubre: Festividad del Pilar
Northern Way
A pie
34 etapas