Asturias, Spain
Lagos de Covadonga Road runs Cangas de Onis to Lago Enol in Asturias, Spain, Spain. The road is at its best before the first coaches arrive, so staying within a few minutes of the start is worth more than a smarter hotel an hour away. Check the season before you book. Often closed to private cars in summer, access by shuttle bus.
Base town
Cangas de Onis
Road length
14.9 mi
Driving time
45 min
Rating
9.4 / 10
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 30 March 2026
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The road
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