Oviedo

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Oviedo is the capital of Asturias, in northern Spain. It has a compact, pedestrian old town, a Gothic cathedral and some of the oldest churches in Europe, built in the 9th century.

The city is green, calm and walkable, with many statues and cider houses. It suits one day of history and food, and it is a good base for the Asturian coast and mountains.

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Beste reisetidspunkt

June to September is the best time, with mild, drier days. Spring and autumn are green but rainy. Winter is cool and wet.

The San Mateo festival is held in September. The Princess of Asturias Awards ceremony is in October.

Beste tid å besøke: juni, juli, august, september

Velg en måned

Typisk vær i januar

Dårlig

12° (føles som 8°) · ekstremer 3°–17°
6° om natten
16 regnværsdager
4 soldager
3 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Lett bris
UV-indeks 1 · lav

Typisk vær i februar

Brukbart

13° (føles som 8°) · ekstremer 2°–18°
6° om natten
12 regnværsdager
6 soldager
4 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Lett bris
UV-indeks 2 · lav

Typisk vær i mars

Brukbart

15° (føles som 11°) · ekstremer 4°–20°
7° om natten
12 regnværsdager
7 soldager
5 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Lett bris
UV-indeks 3 · moderat

Typisk vær i april

Brukbart

16° (føles som 13°) · ekstremer 5°–22°
9° om natten
14 regnværsdager
8 soldager
7 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Lett bris
UV-indeks 5 · moderat

Typisk vær i mai

Bra

18° (føles som 16°) · ekstremer 7°–25°
11° om natten
13 regnværsdager
9 soldager
7 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Lett bris
UV-indeks 6 · høy

Typisk vær i juni

Ypperlig

22° (føles som 20°) · ekstremer 10°–28°
14° om natten
10 regnværsdager
7 soldager
7 soltimer per dag
Behagelig luftfuktighet
Stille vind
UV-indeks 6 · høy

Typisk vær i juli

Ypperlig

23° · ekstremer 13°–30°
16° om natten
8 regnværsdager
10 soldager
8 soltimer per dag
Behagelig luftfuktighet
Stille vind
UV-indeks 7 · høy

Typisk vær i august

Ypperlig

25° (føles som 24°) · ekstremer 14°–31°
16° om natten
9 regnværsdager
10 soldager
8 soltimer per dag
Behagelig luftfuktighet
Lett bris
UV-indeks 6 · høy

Typisk vær i september

Ypperlig

23° (føles som 22°) · ekstremer 12°–29°
15° om natten
10 regnværsdager
11 soldager
7 soltimer per dag
Behagelig luftfuktighet
Lett bris
UV-indeks 5 · moderat

Typisk vær i oktober

Bra

20° (føles som 18°) · ekstremer 9°–26°
13° om natten
13 regnværsdager
8 soldager
5 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Lett bris
UV-indeks 3 · moderat

Typisk vær i november

Brukbart

15° (føles som 11°) · ekstremer 6°–21°
9° om natten
17 regnværsdager
4 soldager
3 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Lett bris
UV-indeks 1 · lav

Typisk vær i desember

Dårlig

13° (føles som 9°) · ekstremer 3°–18°
7° om natten
14 regnværsdager
4 soldager
3 soltimer per dag
Tørr luft
Lett bris
UV-indeks 1 · lav

Klimadata: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Hovedseverdigheter

Cathedral of the Holy SaviourThe Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Saviour or Cathedral of San Salvador is a Roman Catholic church and minor basilica in the…

Holy Chamber of OviedoThe Holy chamber of Oviedo is a Roman Catholic pre-Romanesque church in Oviedo, Spain, built next to pre-romanesque Tower of San Miguel of…

Church of St Mary and St Michael de LiloTwo of the UNESCO-listed churches from the Oviedo surrounding. Outstanding example of pre-Romanesque Asturian architecture.

Church of San Julián de los PradosSan Julián de los Prados, also known as Santullano, is a Pre-Ramirense church from the beginning of the 9th century in Oviedo, the capital…

Museum of Fine Arts of AsturiasThe Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias is a museum in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain.

Capilla de la BalesquidaCapilla de la Balesquida is a church in Asturias, Spain. The church was established in 1232.

San Isidoro, OviedoIglesia de San Isidoro is a church in Oviedo, Asturias, Spain. It was opened in 1587.

Catedral de San Salvador de Oviedo has a Gothic tower and a rich interior. It stands on the main square of the old town.
Cámara Santa is a chapel inside the cathedral that holds medieval treasures, including the Cross of the Angels.
Santa María del Naranco is a 9th-century palace hall on Mount Naranco, above the city. It is part of a UNESCO World Heritage listing, together with San Miguel de Lillo nearby.
San Julián de los Prados is a 9th-century church with rare wall paintings, on the edge of the center.
Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias has Spanish and Asturian art in a group of old palaces.
Iglesia de San Isidoro El Real and Capilla de La Balesquida are small historic churches in the old town.
Calle Gascona is known as the cider boulevard, with a row of sidrerías.

Utvalgte lister

Urbano Suárez / CC BY-SA 2.5

Oviedo Essentials

Oviedo showcases a dense concentration of UNESCO-listed pre-Romanesque architecture, including the 9th-century churches of Santa María del Naranco and San Miguel de Lillo on Mount Naranco. The historic core is defined by the Gothic Cathedral of San Salvador and its sacred Holy Chamber. Elegant 18th-century palaces like Velarde and Camposagrado house cultural institutions, while the pedestrianized streets feature a unique collection of public sculptures, ranging from literary characters like Mafalda to filmmaker Woody Allen. The Mercado del Fontán serves as a central hub for local Asturian gastronomy.

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Ramón / CC BY-SA 2.0

Editor's Choice: Oviedo

Oviedo’s historic core preserves a dense collection of noble residences and civil architecture spanning the 15th to the 19th centuries. This selection highlights significant Baroque structures like the Palacio de Velarde and the Palacio del Marqués de San Feliz, alongside the medieval Casa de la Rúa, the city’s oldest surviving house. The list also includes the 19th-century Mercado del Fontán and the 13th-century portal of the Santa Clara convent, reflecting Oviedo's evolution from a medieval religious center to a refined seat of Asturian nobility.

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José Antonio Gil Martínez / CC BY 2.0

Historic Oviedo Heritage

Oviedo’s historical core preserves a unique collection of Pre-Romanesque monuments, designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. This selection features 9th-century architectural milestones like Santa María del Naranco and San Miguel de Lillo, alongside the Gothic Cathedral of San Salvador, which houses the sacred Holy Chamber. The list also highlights remnants of the city’s 13th-century medieval walls and noble residences like the Palacio de Inclán, illustrating Oviedo's evolution from the capital of the Kingdom of Asturias to a significant medieval administrative center.

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Jaume Meneses / CC BY-SA 2.0

Historic Churches and Cathedrals

Oviedo’s religious landscape is defined by its unique Pre-Romanesque architecture and its historic role as a key stop on the Camino de Santiago. This collection features the UNESCO-listed monuments of Mount Naranco, including Santa María del Naranco and San Miguel de Lillo, alongside the 9th-century frescos of San Julián de los Prados. At the city's heart stands the Gothic Cathedral of San Salvador, home to the Holy Chamber. Other highlights include the 13th-century Chapel of La Balesquida and the Neo-Romanesque San Juan el Real, showcasing a timeline from the early Middle Ages to the 20th century.

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Krolosus Krolosez / CC-BY-SA

Sculptures and Public Art

Oviedo functions as an expansive open-air gallery, hosting over 100 urban sculptures integrated into its pedestrian streets and public squares. This collection ranges from Fernando Botero’s signature bronze figures in Plaza de la Escandalera to Eduardo Úrculo’s contemporary tributes and the vibrant mural-covered interior of La Iglesia Skate. These works commemorate local history, literary figures, and international icons, offering a diverse survey of public art within the city's historic center and San Francisco Park.

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Adolfobrigido / CC BY-SA 3.0 es

Nature and Scenic Views

This selection highlights the diverse natural landscapes and outdoor landmarks surrounding Oviedo. It features the dramatic horseshoe meanders of the Nora River, visible from several dedicated viewpoints, and the summit of Monte Naranco, home to the Sagrado Corazón monument. The list also includes the Jardín de los Reyes, which displays sculptures of Asturian monarchs, and the La Lluera caves, known for their Paleolithic engravings. For hikers, the trails near Trubia lead to the cascading waterfalls of the Güanga stream.

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Opplevelser verdt å få med seg

Try a cider evening on Calle Gascona, where waiters pour cider from a height.
Take a bus or taxi up Mount Naranco for views of the city and the 9th-century buildings.

Turer og aktiviteter

Oviedo – Kart

Dagsturer

Gijón (about 30 km, 30 minutes by train or car): a coastal city with a long beach.
Cangues d'Onís (about 75 km, 1 hour by car): the gateway to the Picos de Europa and the shrine of Covadonga.
Ribadesella (about 80 km, 1 hour by car): a coastal town at the mouth of the Sella river.
Somiedo (about 70 km, 1.5 hours by car): a natural park with mountain villages.

Steder å utforske

Other places in Asturias:

Coast: Gijón and Ribadesella.
Mountains: Picos de Europa and Somiedo are the best areas for hiking.

Reise dit

By air: Asturias airport (OVD) is about 45 km from the city, with buses to Oviedo.
By train: Trains from Madrid and León arrive at the central station. Regional trains also run to Gijón. Book on Renfe.
By bus: Coaches link Oviedo with Madrid, Gijón and the rest of Asturias.

Komme seg rundt

On foot: The old town is compact and pedestrian. Most sights are within a short walk.
Cycling: Cycling is possible, but the city has some hills.

Kjøring

Is a car worth it?: Not for the center. A car helps for the mountains and the coast.
Parking: Use an underground car park near the old town.
Restrictions: The old town is mostly closed to normal traffic.

Mat og drikke

Oviedo is a good place for Asturian classics. Try fabada (a stew of white beans and pork), cachopo (a breaded cutlet filled with ham and cheese) and blue cheeses such as Cabrales. Carbayones are a local almond pastry.

Cider is the local drink, served in the sidrerías of Calle Gascona.

Frokost

Churros Churros con ChocolateFried dough sticks served with a thick, dark hot chocolate for dipping — a classic Spanish breakfast or late-night snack.

Lunsj

Paella ValencianaA saffron-scented rice dish cooked in a wide, shallow pan. The traditional Valencian version uses chicken, rabbit, and green beans — best eaten at midday.

GazpachoA cold, blended soup of raw tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar, originally from Andalusia. Served as a drink or a starter, especially in summer.

Middag

Pulpo a la GallegaBoiled octopus sliced onto a wooden board and dressed with olive oil, coarse salt, and smoked paprika — a signature dish of Galicia.

Småretter og gatemat

Jamón IbéricoDry-cured ham from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, sliced paper-thin and eaten on its own or with bread. The finest grade, jamón ibérico de bellota, is one of Spain's most prized products.

Tortilla EspañolaA thick potato and egg omelette, served warm or at room temperature, found in virtually every bar in Spain. Often eaten as a tapa or a quick meal.

Patatas BravasFried potato chunks served with a spicy tomato sauce or aioli — one of the most common tapas across the country.

PintxosSmall snacks anchored to slices of bread with a toothpick, the Basque Country's answer to tapas. Found in bar counters across San Sebastián and Bilbao, often with elaborate toppings.

CroquetasCrispy breaded cylinders with a creamy béchamel filling, typically made with jamón, bacalà (salt cod), or mushrooms.

Drikke

Rioja Wine Vino de RiojaSpain's best-known wine region produces full-bodied reds from Tempranillo grapes, aged in oak. The crianza, reserva, and gran reserva labels indicate increasing age and complexity.

Sikkerhet og helse

Oviedo is a very safe city. Rain can come at any time of year, so carry a light waterproof jacket.

Historie

Oviedo was founded in the 8th century. In the early 9th century King Alfonso II made it the capital of the Kingdom of Asturias, which resisted Muslim rule in Spain.

The buildings on Mount Naranco were built in the 9th century under King Ramiro I, and they show a unique pre-Romanesque style. Catedral de San Salvador de Oviedo is mainly Gothic and was built over several centuries.