Valdesoto Sidros Festival: Ancient Masks & Satirical Theatre
The comedies have been documented since at least the 16th century in both rural and urban environments as part of acts associated with various festivities. What makes them special is their complete lack of fixed staging any outdoor place where there were spectators would do. It was common to perform them in the church field after mass, or in front of taverns that paid for the comedy.
Nava Cider Museum: Interactive Journey Through Asturian Sidra Culture
Immerse yourself in Asturias' most beloved tradition at Nava's fascinating Cider Museum, where interactive exhibits reveal the complete story from apple orchard to escanciado pour. Practice the famous high-pour technique yourself, explore authentic 17th-century cider presses, and wander through outdoor apple orchards showcasing 20 local varieties. This sensory journey through 1,200 square meters culminates with a traditional cider tasting that connects you to centuries of Asturian culture, making it the perfect introduction to the region's liquid soul and social traditions.
Tazones Village: 150-Million-Year-Old Secrets & Fresh Seafood
Step onto Tazones beach at low tide and touch dinosaur footprints preserved in stone for 150 million years, then savor world-class arroz con bogavante at harborside restaurants where fishing boats deliver the day's catch. This remarkable Asturian village accidentally welcomed Emperor Charles V in 1517, creating a legend that locals still celebrate with infectious pride. From accessible Jurassic trackways to exceptional lubina a la sidra, discover why this tiny coastal gem offers an extraordinary blend of paleontological wonder and culinary mastery that defines authentic northern Spain.
Discover Villaviciosa: Medieval Cider Capital & UNESCO Heritage
Experience the magic of Asturias' cider capital where master pourers perform the ancient art of escanciado in traditional sidrerías while 9th-century UNESCO churches stand witness to centuries of tradition. From Villaviciosa isn't just another charming Asturian town. It's a living repository of northern Spain's most enduring traditions, where the sacred and the celebratory have danced together since the Middle Ages, creating a cultural tapestry so rich that UNESCO has taken notice, and where every visitor becomes part of an unbroken chain of pilgrimage, production, and preservation.