Gijon to Santander
Our time in Spain had come to an end and we had to drive from Gijon to Santander to take the Ferry back to the UK. It was sad to leave but at least we could treat ourselves to an … Continued
The Parador in Gijon
The Parador in Gijon is on the edge of the town, at the far end of the San Lorenzo Beach from the old town. I’ve talked a lot about it so a separate post seemed appropriate. The Parador The Parador … Continued
Isabel la Catolica Park in Gijon
The Parador of Gijon overlooks the Isabel la Catolica Park in Gijon, in fact you might say it is situated in the park. It was a joy to stroll here at some point in the day. A brief history The … Continued
Wandering in Gijon
On this day we decided wandering in Gijon would be a good idea, so we took a taxi to the town centre again. We were also on a hunt for wine! The harbour We started at the Marina, know locally … Continued
Cimadevilla of Gijon
The old town is the Cimadevilla of Gijon, situated on and around the Santa Catalina Hill in Gijon. We took a taxi into the town – I was still on somewhat ‘go-slow’ – and started looking round. Headland The Santa … Continued
The Museum in Gijon
The Museum of the Asturian People in Gijon is situated close to the Parador. We visited twice because there was just too much to take in at one time. Spain is very proud of its heritage which it remembers, teaches, … Continued
Sunday Flea Market
There is a Sunday Flea Market just ten minuates away from the Parador in Gijon – obviously we had to visit! Sunday Flea Market The Sunday Flea Market is the biggest and busiest in Gijon and it was fun! After … Continued
Leaving Galicia
As we drove away from Ribadeo we were leaving Galicia, and feeling rather sad. But there was a nice day planned and our final stop, in the Parador at Gijon, would be a new experience. The Castro of Coano We … Continued
Sea and River at Ribadeo
Ribadeo is a sea port on the River Eume and so you are very aware of both the sea and river at Ribadeo. Our second day in Ribadeo dawned bright and sunny and we set off to see the sea! … Continued
Wandering in Ribadeo
I was still on ‘go-slow’ and so wandering in Ribadeo was somewhat limited – a short walk in the morning, and another very short outing in the afternoon. During our first visit I explored much more thoroughly! In the town … Continued