Stumbling Upon A Hidden GEM On Spain's North Coast. Welcome To Llanes, Asturias...

[@charlesfulcrum3170]

I can’t put my finger on it, but you capture travel in such a brilliant way. No ‘influencer’ nonsense, just your own views and on a budget. Thank you and keep them coming.

[@dominicmonaghan9887]

Just pure natural approach to travel and the catchy Scottish accent.

[@ohheyitskevinc]

The way I’d probably describe it is - it’s like wandering round somewhere new with your mate once a week. But from your phone. Similar with Scott too.

[@leonb2637]

@@ohheyitskevinc I watch on my 50" smart TV and love it, especially the scenery that he captures very well.

[@mariolazataj-ostrowski8051]

I agree with you Fist i am completely relax watching with no nonsense just simple videos of the town I am going to spain in one month from Canada so i am searching for destination

[@tomcarr1358]

This is where spaniards from southern Spain come for the cooler climate and their summer holidays. Good time of the year for your visit. It can be heaving from June onwards.I was there with my son about 5 years ago via FEVE

[@yosoydavidfm]

Hey Steve, Welcome to Asturias 👋 The painting of the ship that mentioned Glasgow depicts "Corveta Nautilus", which was a training ship of the Spanish Navy between 1886 and 1925. It was built by Randolph, Elder, & Co. in Govan in 1868 and was originally called "Carrick Castle". The painted cubes are called "Cubos de la Memoria" or "Cubes of Memory". Those blocks of concrete are regular protections of harbours around here, but Basque painter Agustín Ibarrola made this little piece of art. DPTM means "Dominio Público Maritimo Terrestre" (Maritime-Terrestrial Public Domain), which in short includes the coastline, Spanish territorial waters and the natural resources found there. That boundary post is just marking where that area begins. You can find them all around the coastline. The number is just the ID of that particular post. The lovely looking old houses are called "casas de indianos". In the late 19th and early 20th century loads of Spaniards emigrated to Latin America. Some, the "indianos", made loads of money and then came back. Then, they built houses in the style they saw over there. "Indiano Architecture" is a thing in Asturias. There are loads of houses, similar to the ones you saw, everywhere here. One interesting thing about them is that they all used to have a palm tree in the garden, to show that they had been to lands where you could find one. Finally, the lighthouse is a working lighthouse that has been in service since 1860. It's a public building belonging to the entity that manages the Port of Gijón. I'm glad you had a good time. Please, visit us again! 🙂

[@c0ldc0ne]

Thanks for the additional info, much appreciated!

[@emilybodnar171]

Such a beautiful place! Would you happen to know what the bare, lumpy trees are that seem to be everywhere? I’m assuming they leaf out in warmer months to be something lovely. 😊

[@mightay6672]

❤❤❤

[@yosoydavidfm]

@@emilybodnar171 if I'm not mistaken they are Platanus × hispanica

[@emilybodnar171]

@@yosoydavidfm Thank you so much! ☺️

[@joefeinstein6804]

Great tour - I was there 10 years ago and it's nice to see it hasn't changed at all. My ancestors came to America from Llanes and I was the first person to return for 200 years. I can't wait to come back again with my kids!

[@dominicskelton3031]

The ship mural is commemorating a Spanish navy sail training ship called the Nautilus, which before they brought her into service was the Carrick Castle, built in Glasgow in 1866.

[@Juanfernandez-sm8jl]

Wow, wiow so amazing!!

[@joseramonvillarflecha7720]

How lovely you came to Asturias!!! I knew you'd love it! So, don't hesitate and come traveling around, you'll never get disappointed here!

[@robertbotoole]

No! 😮 Don’t tell people about Asturias, it’s our secret. Next time go a little further along the sea to Po de Llanes lagoon, one of the best beaches in the world. Po is a nice village too. The whole area is amazing. Just don’t tell anyone.

[@kchute644]

Great video Steve. I got stuck in Llanes in 2022 with an ear and throat infection whilst walking the Camino del Norte. Lovely little town. Pity I wasn’t well enough to enjoy it more. A full Camino is a big commitment, but well worth it. Buen Camino.

[@grahamstubbs4962]

Northern Spain is so beautiful. A bit further along the coast is San Sebastián. Not to be missed. Your tastebuds will thank you forever.

[@EcosseZA]

I remember being in San Sebastian about 1983 when I was 12. Two things I remember - my dad parking his car in a space where anyone else who'd parked left their handbrakes off, and clutch out (or their doors unlocked), so that when you had to fit into a parking space, you either opened their door and pushed it forward, or you just moved into a space and bumped the other car forward gently with your own. Second thing was being separated from my family and being in a place in the centre of town where someone had just been shot - ETA perhaps? As a curious kid I hung about and climbed up something for a better view before I was found. Little was I to know that many years later I'd live in South Africa where I'd see many more people shot, but no-one ever left their cars unlocked. 🤣

[@FSL123]

Such a lovely city San Sebastian is. So expensive as well and very close to France

[@PortugalHolidayVillas]

Best Pinxtos (Basque Tapas) in the whole of Iberia!

[@tonyprice1526]

I've spent many a nice holiday in Llanes. Lovely place, which I tried to keep quiet about. Now you've only gone and given it all way!!!!!

[@tanyabassett8287]

Just what I was thinking, we've been going there on and off for 25 years 😊. At least he didn't have time to go where the clifftop camping is and the beach after it 😊. Keeping that one secret 😅

[@tonyprice1526]

@tanyabassett8287 that's were I stay as well. Lovely town and area can't wait to go back.

[@smcdonald9991]

Amazing there isn't anyone else around.

[@mariaholbrook2617]

Shhhh We don’t talk about Llanes because we want to keep it for ourselves. The restaurant you ate at has been around for over 125 years. My grand uncle ate there everyday from 1950 till he passed away. You need to order the Fabada and Sidra or the Cachopo. My family is from Parres which is a small town next to Llanes. I moved to the US as a child but every time I go back to Asturias that’s the first place I eat and I stay at the Don Paco Hotel. It’s very rich in history when I saw you walk along llanes in the video I wanted to say if there is so much more about that town the history is amazing also between the 10th century BC and the 3rd century AD the framework of the common culture is Celts. All their Fiestas and processions involve bagpipes

[@hejla4524]

Yes what's nice about Llanes is the tourists are mostly Spanish plus a few Dutch and no English.

[@susannabouwhuis5861]

What an absolute beautiful town you took us to, thanks so much.

[@stu5335]

If anyone cares (i did, how sad am i) the tunnel is a water treatment plant

[@Astragoth2]

sewage or tap water?

[@Tip_Top]

Beaut

[@bwaw1972]

I do care! Thanks for sharing!

[@bobbyedal2737]

Thanks. I kept wondering what it was 😀👍👍👍

[@ianbrown4411]

I did too 😂

[@williamelgin6873]

You are right Steve, a hidden gem. Don't tell too many people! In my many stays in Llanes I have found Spanish tourism far out numbers foreign. But I always do notice foreigners, mostly from the UK and the US. It is a busy place in the summer, but never seems over-crowded. Not easy to find a parking space. Many good restaurants at all price ranges. I have eaten several times at Uria where you had your calamares! For another hidden gem, take the FEVE further west to Cudillero, a smaller Llanes. It is in a valley that leads to the sea. Has a plaza full of seafood restaurants where the road meets the see. Thanks for bringing back memories.

[@dancingmidgephotography]

Hi Steve.... My wife & I walked the Camino Frances in Oct 2022, starting from SJPP France - Santiago 780km, it was fantastic.... life changing. We walked 'the way' again in Oct 2023 & I'm getting ready to return this Oct with my youngest son, we cant wait. If you haven't seen the movie 'The Way' - Martin Sheen, Emilio Estevez, it's definitely worth a watch.

[@pedrolardies9597]

Buen camino!.

[@hughcrawford1978]

What a lovely area of Spain with the ancient habour; walkways, narrow roads surrounded by quaint well built buildings. A great tour and coverage.

[@martiwilliams4592]

Beautiful little town! What a lovely gem!!!!! Breath taking scenes! Thank you Steve, for taking us along.

[@Kent.]

You were right about a hidden gem. If you Google it says... Llanes economy is boosted by tourists mostly from the rest of Spain in the summer. The town has traditional shops and restaurants, both in and around the town, and the zona de copas is lively at night in summer. Looks like a very nice place👍

[@seanclark2085]

The whole north coast of Spain is amazing, and apart from the pilgrims walking the Camino is almost exclusively only visited by other Spaniards . Anyone thinking of walking the Camino is in for a treat if they take the chance and go for it.

[@paulm2467]

It isn’t only the coast, La liebena, the central valley of the Picos de Europa is stunning.

[@FJERNSYN49]

It is at least three Spain(s), the northern coast, the agricultureal center highland and the Mediterranean coast. Every part of it is of interest.

[@Rallarberg]

I love small, compact towns like this, especially when they have easy access to longer distance public transport :) And those colourful wavebreakers are definitely a step up from the regular dull grey of concrete in my eyes! An absolute gem of a town, indeed.

[@WayneSchowalter]

“Llanes, the town where time is just a memory…” and then you cut to the clock without hands. Classic Steve Marsh humor. And it now appears that steps have become the bane of your existence. We truly appreciate all your exertions because the end result is always an incredible video journey. Thanks again!

[@leonb2637]

The steps help Steve keep his boyish figure working off his lunch.

[@timothyrobson3325]

I was there in February Incredible storms and massive waves with spray gushing up through blow holes on the cliffs

[@markalexander6517]

I first traveled to Llanes on my honeymoon in June of 1994. My wife and I spent 3-4 days there before heading to los Picos de Europa. This video brought back a lot of wonderful memories. We absolutely loved Llanes, and the small villages around up and down the coast. I love your videography. Happy travels!

[@gallaghim]

I've a friend who lives in the Asturias region and she speaks highly of it quite often. A really lovely part of the region which you captured so well.

[@CG68810]

The day you chose to go was absolutely glorious. You had the entire coastline to yourself which had to be magical. This is the type of place you go to reflect on life and lower your blood pressure. I love Spain but I have not been to this northern region. I want to go for sure.

[@darksidewolf5120]

Really beautiful, thanks for taking me along.

[@jankarel6454]

What a stunningly beautiful place! This is a video to watch several times. Thank you for taking us along with you.

[@walterfillingham]

Absolutely stunning, and so clean and so nice to see the sunshine 😊 the North Coast of Spain is just waiting to be explored, I would love to explore there so much.. maybe one day

[@vanessaschofield7927]

thankyou both for this extra video just what was needed for me after a busy day at the hospital

[@lesleywebb9615]

Thanks for a wonderful video. I spent a couple of weeks in the region in 1988 and stayed In Llanes. There are many beautiful towns and villages along the coast and inland. I really must go there again 😃♥

[@haroldsmith45302]

Spain does many things very very well indeed. Thank you, Steve, for this exploration.

[@amtrakharry]

OMG !!! Steve you keep on pulling rabbits out of the hat 😀😀😀 You and Alicja are walking machines !!! Thank you for showing us this amazing place...:):):)

[@rabh6746]

What a cool place Steve, thanks for showing us around😊The home with the lighthouse looked incredible👌

[@RC-fs7rl]

Asturias with its stunning scenery and great food is one of most beauitul parts of this country along with Pais Vasco and Galicia. Get yourself to Oviedo, its a beautiful city. Gracias Steve, eres un crack!

[@palomaaroca3512]

Y a Gijón,

[@janinehawkins9565]

Camino de Santiago. That would be a great one. Loving the Llanes Lizard. Brilliant Steve, as always 😊

[@richardharibo]

What an amazing hidden gem Llanes is. Great to get an extra video from my favourite KZbinrs. Thanks Steve as always. Made my crap day a lot lot better ❤

[@AnnieLongGone]

Stunning Steve, just stunning. And I'm kicking myself. Cycling through Spain in the 1970s from Oviedo to Santander at the end of a month-long cycling trip through Spain I stopped for lunch at Llanes and then cycled on my way. If only I had known just how spectacular the rest of the coast around Llanes was and the charm of the town further away from the main road I would have stayed at least a couple of nights, if not a lot longer. Pre-internet days and all that...

[@eekee6034]

I learned a long time ago, I'd rather give myself time to see the sights and meet the people than do a route to say I'd done it.

[@AnnieLongGone]

@@eekee6034 I learned too eekee. Travelling solo, stopping long enough to get to know local people and delving into their culture quickly came to be far more important - and rewarding - to me than ticking the "must see" boxes, unlike the galloping hordes, most of whom have failed to understand my reason for travelling. Nowadays I blame that on the ubiquitous selfie sticks, Facebook and the like!

[@richierex]

Been going to Llanes for 15 years. It's beautiful and so is the surrounding area. Have a trip to Potes in the Picos de Europa. The scenery is stunning. Or Ribadsella just up the coast. It's all fantastic from Santander to Oviedo

[@Nutmegcottage63]

Hi Steve, we watched your video and as we are currently on a road trip from Lancashire, we are currently staying in Cantabria. We went to Llanes today and were not disappointed. What a great town. We pretty much visited all the places on your video. The trees are amazing with all their leaves on. We also enjoyed a train ride to Santander yesterday after your great video. Keep up the great work. We love your videos and adventures. Very inspiring x

[@ulfw]

LOVE it. Thank you Steve for showing us place we'd never otherwise see. Beautiful find!

[@robbiephillipstravelsofple4790]

Fantastic video Steve you keep finding these little gems. I am glad you both got some time to enjoy it. Hope you are both well

[@brycehermon5939]

What a lovely location, and such a beautiful day. The rugged coastline was amazing. Thanks for sharing your adventure Steve.

[@megaflux7144]

oh yes, the aforementioned bonus video. awesome!

[@RichardParker-hc6dn]

This is a really beautiful place. I would love to see this place some time. Thanks for sharing.

[@patriciafuchs5970]

Beautiful town. So different from the US. The sea is magical. Love this place. The blocks add whimsy. You do love adventures! You also seem to like testing your time limits, but that’s our gain. A truly glorious jaunt!! Thanks

[@marsrobs3867]

Love the way you take us to the 'off the beaten track places' that's what makes your posts so great Steve.

[@michaelsaayman2802]

Beautiful place. I am very fortunate to also live the mountains and the sea similar to LLanes. Nice video thanks Steve

[@shelley8806]

What a lovely visit, thank you Steve!

[@eileenmclean1274]

What a beautiful place. So glad you took us with you. Can you find any more hidden gems please ❤❤❤

[@liamgallagher9229]

Thanks for posting this video and the previous one about Santander. Having holidayed in Santander many times over the years - a sister lived there and married un Santanderino - I can attest to the beauty of a part of Spain that is unfamiliar to most British people. You were incredibly lucky with the weather. The north coast of Spain is known as la costa verde (the green coast) as it has a climate that is not dissimilar to the west of Scotland, albeit they do get more sun than us! There are many beautiful villages in Cantabria and Asturias and the scenery, as shown in your video is stunning. Cheers

[@FSL123]

Liam Gallagher? The one and only?😂

[@janettesinclair6279]

I love the colourful painted sea defence blocks! It gives the coastline a quirky feel. What a magnificent cliff top walk.

[@Simon-ry1lw]

Reminded me of giant sugar cubes 😊

[@erinmcgrathejm4985]

You made me jump at 14:44! 😆 Llanes is such a beautiful town, and my perfect setting of mountains by the sea. I loved the little winding streets and the charming harbor. The sea wall blocks reminded me of Keith Haring art. I’m so glad that Alicja got to enjoy the town as well. Cheers, and ATB!

[@kathleenlynch5763]

If i could still travel long distances like i used to i would choose there.what a lovley place and every part you walked was a treat to see.love the coloured blocks.thank you.🚃🏞

[@Queenmary1936]

You've done it again, Gov........fantastic as usual. Great to see Alicja.......hope she's in the next one! Cheers to you both. You make a lovely couple.

[@dianewood15]

Nice to see a bonus video on a Tues It really looks lovely there

[@sueelphick9060]

Fab video.... More beaches coasts of Northern Spain please 😊😊😊😊😊

[@userreview2806]

What a cool place! Great adventure as always Steve

[@smogontheline]

The views were amazing. I could easily spend days just walking around there. Great video, Steve. Andy.

[@ENGLEBERT2000]

That is definitely the REAL Spain and very much a hidden gem like many other towns across that fabulous northern coastline. Thanks for sharing this !

[@1954alister]

What a beautiful place it seems like it is a town that keeps on giving round every corner

[@RuthPettit-vy7pq]

Nothing quite like finding somewhere special on your travels that is unexpected . What a beautiful town with interesting old buildings . For me though the coastal walk with both sea and mountain views were what made it really special . Thank you for sharing . It was awesome

[@CherylSteele-rt8dj]

Oh, beautiful. I've just enjoyed this film and feel totally refreshed and warm inside. Thank you Steve. 🎉

[@ColinSlocombe]

I wish I could comment on Spain 🇪🇸 stebut as I have never been to Spain 🇪🇸 no words except watching your videos

[@Tilten]

What a beautiful little city!

[@BritishKnight40]

Excellent video Steve, that town is gorgeous, been loving this wee series, keep us entertained ❤

[@linseyyoung1772]

Great to have my memories of Llanes refreshed. It's been about 25 years since I was there. Although I did pass by about 12 years ago on my way to Galicia in a rented Transit van. Fun times!

[@stewartrivers4208]

Hi Steve Just spent two nights in Llanes thanks to you! Enjoyed the town, the cliff top walks and the food. Thanks once again. Safe travels.

[@steve-marsh]

Amazing! Thanks for letting me know :)

[@seserta1]

Thanks for your video, Steve. Asturias is a jewel in the north, not so well known to travelers outside of Spain. I am Asturian and I can only praise my land. Llanes is a very beautiful area, although, in my personal opinion, very crowded with tourists in recent decades, which does not take away even a bit of its beauty, to be honest. I would strongly recommend that you also visit the western area of Asturias where you will discover a different territory from the eastern one, with different geography, culture and architecture. The coastal area, with towns such as Cudillero, Luarca or Castropol, and also the inland area along the Navia river bed, with towns such as Boal or Grandas de Salime. In Asturias you can enjoy the mountains and the coast at the same time, the good climate and green nature, prehistoric, medieval and contemporary enclaves, a multitude of traditional festivals and cultural activities and our gastronomy with local products. Thank you very much for visiting us and giving a space to our land on your channel. Wish you have had a wonderful time here!

[@jal051]

I never understand why people tend to go more to the orient than the occident. Luarca is gorgeous and much less crowded.

[@AS-by8ee]

Your videos just keep getting better and better, Steve. Thank you!

[@garylovattlovatt193]

Beautiful place. One for the list. Thanks Steve😊😊

[@BoadiceanRevenge]

Ah Llanes is beautiful Steve. Thanks for taking us there! And I love the colourful rocks. Get all the young graffiti artists to paint all concrete everywhere Give it some life and colour! Safe travels. 🙋🙏🙂

[@horsehollerer]

Wow. What a beauty And I quite like the coloured blocks. (But at the risk of sounding even older than I am .... shame about all that graffiti around the town and harbour lol). Another fine watch, cheers!

[@jenhanlon3840]

What an amazing little town ☺️. Oh and yes I love the colourful concrete blocks

[@myrabenson1603]

What a lovely place to find and bet you.put in some steps 🚶‍♂️ to tour the town and yes loved the coloured blocks by the harbour thanks for sharing your video 📹 xx

[@margaretchadwick2080]

What a beautiful town ❤

[@Ajd83.]

Looks lovely, really tranquil at this time of year. It's like a sunny Montrose 😂😮😅 Take care both of you. Love your content. 🎉😊

[@frankdenison5819]

What a stunning town. You have described it perfectly Steve, a hidden gem. Now, just have to work out how to get there. Awesome video, thanks Steve.

[@scotbotvideos]

Lots of hidden gems on Spain's north coast. Laredo in Cantabria comes to mind.

[@arcabuz]

do not come, you will only bring hordes of drunks

[@Angie-fe8yd]

​@@arcabuz😂

[@gabrieleortiz5041]

This made my week so much brighter! What a tremendous treasure you found, such beautiful architecture and stunning natural views! I feel like I could spend the remainder of my days there, if I had my druthers. 😉 Glad Alicja was able to experience it too. 👍🏼

[@jonhigginson4096]

Llanes looks smashing, it’s great when you find yourself somewhere you know nowt about and it turns out to be knockout. Even better when it’s peaceful too. Reminds me of the first time I went to Crail years ago, beautiful and no bugger there, I never wanted to leave. Great film Steve, thanks. 🙏

[@DaveyPalmer1]

What a cracking little town Steve - that whole stretch of coastline looks fantastic. Cheers for the heads up.

[@richarddouthwaite964]

Always look forward to your videos, to discover another place I knew little about or never knew existed. You have a knack for finding things I'd never even think of. Great video as always!

[@barbaraparent3161]

Beautiful scenery and coast! Thank you for taking us there❤

[@N1CH0LAS007]

What an incredible coastline I’ve been planning a trip to Galicia and Asturias is just up the coast from there I can’t wait to explore these hidden gems. Cheers Steve 🍻

[@sharonstone-bh1zp]

That is a beautiful spot. Thanks for the video.

[@suzannebell51]

I think you found a real little gem there Steve! What a beautiful little town in a beautiful setting and such a rugged coast line - I bet a number of sailing ships were wrecked off those cliffs!

[@Big.Al.3]

What a hidden gem you found there. Thanks for sharing. Did like the multi colour blocks. Fantastic view from that view point you found.

[@jal051]

You can drop in any coastal town by the Cantabric sea in Spain and they are like this :)

[@martinputt6421]

Great video as always Steve, loved the look around Llanes, lovely views of the sea and coastline.

[@timbull6283]

I walked the Camino from Porto, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela Coastal route in March '24, starting on 16th and finishing on 27th in Santiago. I had intended to continue on to Fisterra and the end of the world but storm Nelson put an end to that, the weather dropping from dry sunny 28°C to cold, wet and very windy 8°C in a couple of days. Try this one before undertaking the longer routes.

[@LocutorBritanico]

That was truly spectacular. The amount of ancient walls was amazing. I was totally unaware of Llanes. Nearest I've been has been Santander. Thanks for a very interesting discovery.

[@chrisandjaneonnarrowboatpo3917]

Really hope you feel better. All our love from Chris and Jane ✨️

[@ara8253]

Brilliant episode. Lovely town. 21.38 face in the cliff, Looks like Neptune thinking about a swim.

[@kimaholland3423]

This was a lovely video! So beautifull that rough coast 💖Next time do visit the fishermen town of 'Luarca' if you get a chance. I am sure you will like it 😉

[@LuvPickleball]

What a charming and scenic gem. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@EAKR]

Thank you for sharing this adventure with us, it was amazing and so enjoyable!!

[@gordonmackenzie4512]

Stunning wee town

[@Pearl-s6d]

What a stunning town lovely the old buildings are fantastic so beautiful by the sea great video again well worth the stop off 😊😊😊 a very interesting place

[@roysuarez5588]

Yes, Asturias is a gem and small towns on the coast like Llanes are beautiful.

[@sandrader2889]

Such a beautiful town and that coastline is gorgeous

[@derekantill3721]

Llanes looks a really nice place, well worth a visit.

[@zenabraithwaite1934]

What a charming little place- a bit " edgey" in places 😬. Thanks for the tour- lovely weather.