Candás

Located on the northern coast of Asturias, Candás extends along a bay with a protected port and features stone buildings facing the Cantabrian Sea.

The port of Candás gained prominence in the 13th century through whale hunting activities, with the port of Entrelusa serving as a base for these operations.

The Church of San Felix, with its Romanesque origins from the 12th century, holds the statue of Christ that fishermen recovered from Irish waters.

The area contains multiple walking paths connecting the urban beach of La Palmera to Cape San Antonio lighthouse through coastal cliffs and promenades.

Twenty-four canning factories operated simultaneously in Candás during the mid-20th century, establishing the town as a major fish processing center.

Location: Carreño

Elevation above the sea: 13 m

Shares border with: Perlora, El Pieloro, Bocines

GPS coordinates: 43.58903,-5.76560

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:30