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Queen's Viewpoint – Covadonga Sanctuary loop from P2 El Bosque

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Queen's Viewpoint – Covadonga Sanctuary loop from P2 El Bosque

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Queen's Viewpoint – Covadonga Sanctuary loop from P2 El Bosque

02:19

26.7km

920m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 20.4 km for 186 m

After 20.8 km for 174 m

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Start point

Parking

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11.4 km

Viewpoint

12.0 km

View of the Basilica of Covadonga

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Official panorama point with a view of the basilica of Covadonga.

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12.5 km

Queen's Viewpoint

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The views from the Mirador de la Reina are absolutely stunning. You can see the surrounding mountains and valleys, as well as the winding road leading up to the viewpoint. Due to its popularity, the viewpoint can get crowded during peak tourist season. It's best to arrive early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the crowds.

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17.9 km

Canónigos Viewpoint

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The MIRADOR DE LOS CANÓNIGOS (400) is a balcony overlooking the Basilica of Covadonga, located approximately at kilometer 2 of the CO-4, a road that connects that religious complex with the tourist lakes Enol and Ercina, known for being in the vicinity of the latter usually ends a stage of the Tour of Spain. Its fame attracts such a large number of visitors that in the summer period, especially August, access to them is limited to public transport.
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20.1 km

Holy Cave of Covadonga

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The Santa Cueva de Covadonga is a natural cave and a point of pilgrimage for Catholics, as it is believed to be the place where the Virgin Mary appeared to the Christian army during the Battle of Covadonga in 722. The cave is now a small chapel with a statue of the Virgin Mary in the center.

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20.1 km

Covadonga Sanctuary and the Statue of Pelayo

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20.4 km

Basilica of Santa María la Real de Covadonga

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It's a beautiful cathedral with very interesting architecture. It was restored after a major fire in the 18th century.

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20.7 km

Basilica and Holy Cave of Covadonga

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20.8 km

Covadonga Sanctuary

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The Covadonga Sanctuary is a Catholic religious complex and an important pilgrimage site. It is dedicated to the Virgin of Covadonga, revered as the patron saint of Asturias. The complex includes several buildings, including the Basilica of Santa María la Real de Covadonga, which was built in the 19th century and houses the statue of the Virgin Mary.

There is also a smaller church, the Santa Cueva, which is believed to be the site of the miraculous appearance of the Virgin Mary to the Christian army during the Battle of Covadonga in AD 722. The cave is also the burial place of King Pelayo, who led the Christian army to victory in that battle. The complex attracts thousands of visitors each year, who come to admire the impressive views and learn about the history and culture of Asturias.

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26.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.9 km

602 m

126 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.9 km

394 m

351 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 27 August

23°C

9°C

40 %

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Queen's Viewpoint – Covadonga Sanctuary loop from P2 El Bosque

View of the Basilica of Covadonga

Queen's Viewpoint

Canónigos Viewpoint

Holy Cave of Covadonga

Covadonga Sanctuary and the Statue of Pelayo

Basilica of Santa María la Real de Covadonga

Basilica and Holy Cave of Covadonga

Covadonga Sanctuary

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