Visiting Llastres

The smal fishing town of Llastres lies in a stunning setting. Wedged between the mountains and the sea, this Asturian town is considered one of Spain's most beautiful villages.
The towns is build upon a slope and each of Llastres steep streets provides you with stunning views across the sea. And it's the sea that has made Llastres into what it is today, a village famous for its fishing activity.

Once a town dedicated to whale fishing, the hustle and bustle of the port is worthwhile to watch. Where the fishermen are preparing their boats or bringing in the catch of the day, once the fish is landed in the port, it will go on sale in a popular auction that happens daily in the fish market.

And with fresh fish landing every day, it isn't hard to see why Llastres is also famous for its excellent seafood cuisine. With plenty of restaurants and cider bars, you're spoiled for choice.

Llastres has a spectacular old quarter with cobbled streets  that are lined with simple fishermen's houses, but also palaces and emblazoned houses.
​There is the old whaler's quarter, the Clock tower and Church of Santa Maria de Sabada. The clock tower (Torre del Reloj) fulfilled the functions of being a watchtower and belfry. 

Where the natural beauty of the coastline draws many tourists, it is also known as the "Dinosaur coast". The local geological formation presents a high abundance of dinosaur remains, and many dinosaur footprints can be observed along this coastline.

For the night, I had opted to stay at hotel Lastres Miramar, a 2-star hotel that provided me with a brilliant room and a brilliant dinner and breakfast. A special mention is the stunning terras of the restaurant. Overhanging a cliff, it provides guests with stunning views of the coastline and a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy the delicious food.

​I opted for the cheese table followed by beautiful prepared Merluza. So, if you find yourself in Asturias, I would highly recommend a detour to this beautiful fishing village.