Lake · Spain · Asturias
Covadonga Lakes
Two mountain lakes high in the Picos de Europa, reached by a winding road and surrounded by cows and peaks.
Free to enter about 3 h
For storytellers
Why Covadonga Lakes matters
Above the shrine of Covadonga, a steep road leads to two alpine lakes, Enol and Ercina. Cows with bells wander the pastures, and the surrounding peaks reflect in the water. The shrine below, set in a cave, is important to Spanish history and faith. In high season, access to the lakes may be restricted to buses.
Talking points
- The lakes are surrounded by mountain pastures and peaks.
- Cows graze freely beside the water.
- In busy periods, car access is limited.
Free to read aloud or adapt in your video. Check facts that matter to you against an official source before you publish.
Good to know: Check the access rules in summer, when private cars may be restricted.