The most beautiful bench in the world – Costa Overlook loop from Espasante

The most beautiful bench in the world – Costa Overlook loop from Espasante

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The most beautiful bench in the world – Costa Overlook loop from Espasante

01:30

19.7km

440m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 1, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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ZEC Estaca de Bares

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.33 km

Praia do Vimbieiro

Beach

7.12 km

Coastal Trail — Ladeiro

Highlight • Trail

Well developed wide smooth gravel trail along the top of the coastal cliffs, with excellent views

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7.44 km

Loiba Cliffs - Basta Beach with picnic area

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice wooden table and benches at the flat overlook area above the famous Loiba cliffs and the long sandy beach, consisting of three connected coves.

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7.50 km

View of the Estaca de Bares Coast

Highlight • Viewpoint

8.43 km

The most beautiful bench in the world

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Cantabrian Route does not go up to Cabo de la Estaca de Bares, the milestones continue directly towards the Esteiro estuary, another hidden gem in the repertoire of dune …

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8.48 km

Mirador Banco Loiba – Nominated 'Best Bench in the World'

Highlight • Viewpoint

Overlook from top of the cliffs, with a natural arch being carved by waves and wind into the rock standing off the beach. It is worth hugging the coast very closely the find these places of outstanding natural beauty

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8.79 km

Costa Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Also equipped with a wooden park bench, the viewpoint matches the others on the nearby cliffs

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9.56 km

Historic granary and picnic shelter

Highlight • Historical Site

O Picon may be a small hamlet, but it has maintained its authentic character and some original old structures from its farming past, such as these traditional grain storages. Built …

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13.1 km