Parchi e giardini a Gijón

Parks and Gardens

Gijón’s green landscape features a mix of historic oak groves, coastal promenades, and specialized botanical collections. The 25-hectare Jardín Botánico Atlántico showcases North Atlantic flora across four distinct zones, while the Carbayera de Francisco Santiago González preserves traditional Asturian oak forests. Coastal spaces like Parque de L'Arbeyal provide views of the Bay of Biscay, while urban parks like Parque del Lauredal occupy repurposed industrial sites, integrating historic chapels and local sculptures into modern recreational areas.

Parks and Gardens — Mappa

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A

Jardín Botánico Atlántico

A 25-hectare botanical museum divided into four thematic areas: the Cantabrian Forest, the Plant Factory, the Estate of La Isla, and the Atlantic Route.

B

Jardines de Poniente

Urban green space located adjacent to Poniente Beach, featuring paved walkways and open lawns near the city's marina.

C

Carbayera de Francisco Santiago González (Paco Aramburu)

A traditional Asturian oak grove in the Somió district, functioning as a recreational area for picnics and community gatherings.

D

Parque de L'Arbeyal

Coastal park situated at the western end of the city, bordering Arbeyal Beach and offering views of the Bay of Biscay.

E

Parque del Lauredal

Park established on the site of a former leather factory, featuring an old chapel and diverse botanical species including laurel trees.

F

Parque de Carlos Marx

Urban park in the Laviada neighborhood equipped with children's play areas and walking paths.

G

Carbayera de Roces

Traditional oak grove in the Roces district providing a natural shaded area typical of the rural Asturian landscape.

H

Parque Atalía

Neighborhood park in the Moreda district featuring green lawns and pedestrian paths.

I

Jardines de Alicia Alonso

Green space in the Roces neighborhood named in honor of the Cuban prima ballerina Alicia Alonso.

J

Parque María Teresa González

Local park in the La Calzada neighborhood, providing recreational space and walking trails for the surrounding residential area.