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Spain

Llanes

Administrative territorial entity Council of Asturies

Llanes, Council area in Asturias, Spain

Description

Llanes is an administrative district in the province of Asturias that runs along the coast of the Cantabrian Sea and is bordered by the Sierra del Cuera range to the south. The district includes several dozen small settlements and the central town of the same name, which sits directly by the water.

History

Town rights were granted in the 13th century when the crown developed the settlement as a stronghold against attacks from the sea. Later the district became an important harbor for trade between the mountains and the shipping routes to the Americas.

Culture

The harbor sits below the old town and shows how the fishing village grew into today's administrative center. Many street names reference former sailors and traders who shaped local life.

Practical

The main road runs parallel to the coast and connects the scattered settlements, while smaller paths lead up into the mountains. Many beaches lie hidden between the rocks and require short walks from the nearest parking area.

Did you know?

At some points along the coast you can search for sea creatures in small rock pools at low tide, which are covered again at high tide. These pools often lie away from the known beaches and are mostly visited by locals.

Location

Province of Asturias

Capital city

Llanes

Elevation above the sea

1,177 m

Part of

Mancomunitat de los Concejos de Llanes y Ribadedeva, Mancomunidad de los Concejos del Oriente de Asturias

Shares border with

Ribadesella, Cangues d'Onís, Onís, Cabrales, Peñamellera Alta, Peñamellera Baja, Ribadedeva

Website

http://ayuntamientodellanes.com

GPS coordinates

43.42112,-4.75308

Latest update

December 13, 2025 18:36

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