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Asturias is the soul of Northern Spain. When you’re traveling with your motorhome in Asturias, you’ll quickly notice that clocks tick differently here. It smells like a mixture of salty sea breeze and the heavy, sweet scent of eucalyptus forests. When you open the sliding door of your van in the morning, you often hear nothing but the distant roar of the surf or the gentle ringing of cowbells in the mountains. Camping in Asturias means having the ultimate choice: do you want to stay right on a rugged cliff edge or set up camp in the shade of the Picos de Europa? The landscape is unique because the high mountains reach almost to the Atlantic here. The best time to travel for camping in Asturias is from May to September. But be careful: the region isn't called the Costa Verde for nothing. Be sure to pack a raincoat, because the lush green needs water. In July and August, the coastal sites get very crowded, so it's worth using the low season or booking sites in advance. If you're looking for solitude, the months of May and June are ideal, when the gorse turns the mountains yellow.

The Lagos de Covadonga are an absolute must. But be careful: in high season, access for private vehicles is closed. Be sure to book your tickets online in advance, park your motorhome in Cangas de Onís, and take the shuttle bus. The light up there at over 1,000 meters by the mountain lakes is magical. Another highlight is the fishing village of Cudillero. The colorful houses cling to the hillside like an amphitheater. With a camper, you shouldn't even try to drive into the narrow town center. Use the official parking lot at the harbor and stroll in on foot. For beach lovers, the Playa de Gulpiyuri is a special tip: a tiny beach in the middle of the countryside, about a hundred meters from the sea, which is supplied with water through underground tunnels. If you're hungry, look for an authentic sidrería. Order a bottle of cider and let someone show you how to pour the apple wine from a great height into the glass to aerate it. This goes well with a Fabada Asturiana, a hearty bean stew that will fuel you for any hike.

Excursion Tip 1: The wild coast from Ribadesella to Llanes (35 km, approx. 1 hour)

Suitable for: Active couples | Campervan | Easy

This route takes you along some of Northern Spain's most spectacular stretches of coastline. Start in Ribadesella, where you can have a coffee by the harbor in the morning. From there, follow the coastal road east. After about 12 km, you reach the Bufones de Pría. These are natural rock channels through which seawater shoots meters into the air like geysers at high tide. Be sure to park at the designated hikers' parking lot at the entrance to Llames, as the access to the village is far too narrow for large motorhomes. After another 23 km drive through small coastal villages, you reach Llanes. The town offers a perfect mix of medieval charm and great beaches like Playa de Toró. In Llanes, there are official motorhome stops, such as the "La Talá" site, which is just a few minutes' walk from the center and the water. This tour is ideal for enjoying the vanlife feeling to the sound of the sea. As a pitch recommendation, the site in Llanes is suitable, offering good supply and disposal facilities.

Excursion Tip 2: Picos de Europa – Up into the heart of the mountains (80 km, approx. 3 hours)

Suitable for: Adventurers | Motorhome | Demanding

If you love mountains, this tour through the limestone massif of the Picos de Europa is a must. You start in Panes and follow the course of the Rio Cares upstream. The road is narrow and winding in places, requiring full concentration at the wheel of your motorhome. After about 30 km, you reach Arenas de Cabrales, the gateway to the national park. Here, everything revolves around the famous blue cheese. The journey continues over steep serpentines to Sotres, one of the highest mountain villages in Asturias. The views of the Urriellu peak (Naranjo de Bulnes) are breathtaking from the nearby viewpoints. Make sure to leave early, as parking options in Sotres are limited and often fill up quickly. There are no direct campsites in the high mountains, but on the way back towards Las Arenas, you will find beautiful, terraced campsites right by the river. This tour challenges your vehicle but rewards you with an alpine backdrop that you would never expect so close to the sea.

Campsites: The Camping Picos de Europa site in Avín is a great base for the mountains. It is family-run and offers shaded plots under old trees. For coastal fans, Camping Playa Sauces in Ribadesella is an excellent choice, as it is close to the beach and well-equipped. Rules: Wild camping is strictly prohibited in Asturias, especially near the coast and in nature reserves. The Guardia Civil carries out regular checks and fines are substantial. Use the numerous Áreas de Autocaravanas, which are often available for free or for a few euros. Supply: You can find drinking water at almost every gas station and at official pitches in Asturias. Gray water disposal is straightforward thanks to the well-developed network of public spots. Insider Tip: Visit the small cheese dairies in the mountains around Arenas de Cabrales. The cheese matured there in natural caves is world-famous. If you buy directly from the producer, you not only get the best price but often a short story about the production process for free.