Princess of Asturias Awards Ceremony
Solemn award ceremony held each October at the Campoamor Theatre, honouring internationally renowned figures.
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A rich, hearty white bean stew with chorizo and pork, find it in traditional sidrerías (cider houses) around the city.
Two large veal fillets stuffed with ham and cheese, breaded and fried, heavily featured in local taverns.
Traditional almond pastries covered in a sweet yolk glaze, grab one at a historic confectionery near the Campo de San Francisco.
The city's main indoor market where you can buy excellent local cheeses like Cabrales and fresh produce.
The primary shopping street in Oviedo, great for finding Spanish fashion brands and upscale boutiques.
A large, lush park in the heart of the city featuring lovely pathways, peacocks, and old trees.
Besides the historic churches, the slopes of this mountain offer peaceful walking trails and panoramic views.
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Oviedo, the scenic capital of the Principality of Asturias, is positioned within the lush, mountainous landscape of northern Spain and captivates visitors with its exceptional elegance. The old town is characterized by immaculately clean cobbled streets, magnificent palaces, and a remarkable late-Gothic cathedral housing the Holy Chamber (Cámara Santa) with its precious relics. Oviedo is globally renowned for its unique pre-Romanesque structures, such as Santa María del Naranco, which are UNESCO World Heritage sites and stand as testaments to the ancient Asturian kingdom. The city is also famous for its outstanding pastry shops, rustic cider houses, and for hosting the prestigious Princess of Asturias Awards.
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Create a postcardThe most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
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| Avg °C | 9 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 15 | 11 | 9 |
| Rain mm | 105 | 82 | 82 | 75 | 64 | 53 | 32 | 42 | 47 | 93 | 126 | 108 |
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Oviedo › North: Mirador Sendero P.Finlandesa-Av. de los Monumentos - Naranco Recreation Area · 2 km · Open webcam on Windy · Webcams provided by Windy.com
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Morning begins at Escandalera and Fontán, when the center is still easy to enjoy. By midday you are up on Naranco, with Santa María and San Miguel as the historic core. Afternoon is for the cathedral, the art museum, and the elegant streets downtown. Evening belongs to San Francisco Park, a calm finish with cider nearby.
Start your morning under the umbrellas of Plaza de la Escandalera, then seek refuge in the covered Mercado del Fontán. Midday, the Pre-Romanesque churches of Mount Naranco are shrouded in a mystical fog. Spend the afternoon exploring the dry, art-filled galleries of the Cathedral and the Museum of Fine Arts. End the day in San Francisco Park, where the dense canopy provides natural shelter from the drizzle.
Enjoy the crisp winter air at Plaza de la Escandalera, then warm up in the Fontán market. Midday winter sun provides clear light over the Mount Naranco monuments, though it can be windy. The afternoon belongs to the cozy atmosphere of the Cathedral. As dusk falls around 18:00, San Francisco Park glows with festive lights.
Morning is an easy roll through Escandalera and Fontán. By midday the ride to Naranco gets more athletic, but the monuments are worth it. In the afternoon you return downtown for the cathedral and museum. At night, the park becomes the natural brake before a calm finish.
A rainy day on a bike in Oviedo requires caution. Start carefully at Escandalera; the Fontán market is a good spot for a first break. Midday, the ride up Naranco is tough, but the misty views are rewarding. Afternoon, the Cathedral and Museum offer cultural breaks while your bike is parked securely. End the day on the damp paths of San Francisco Park.
A winter bike tour through Oviedo is refreshing. Start with the cool breeze at Escandalera; Fontán market provides warmth and energy. The midday climb up Naranco keeps you warm, and the summit offers clear long-distance views. Afternoon, the Cathedral and Museum are ideal warm-up stops. San Francisco Park at dusk is quickly traversed by bike.
In the morning you park in the center and do a comfortable loop through Escandalera, Fontán, and Campoamor. Later you drive up to Naranco, park once, and walk to Santa María and San Miguel. After that you return downtown for the cathedral and museum without constantly moving the car. Evening leaves the park as the calm finish before you roll out of the center.
By car, Oviedo is comfortable in the rain. Start at Escandalera and use nearby parking garages. Fontán market is just a short walk through the rain. The drive up Naranco at midday is dry, and you can park right by the monuments. Afternoon, the Cathedral and Museum provide shelter. The day ends conveniently in the car at the edge of San Francisco Park.
Exploring Oviedo in winter by car is relaxed. Start at Escandalera, where the city is festively decorated. Fontán market is pleasantly tempered in the morning. Midday, the drive up Naranco offers fantastic views of the snowy Picos de Europa in the distance. Afternoon, visit the Cathedral and Museum. Evening in San Francisco Park is pleasant thanks to short walks back to the car.
