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The city is situated on the coast of central Asturias, from sea level to an altitude of 513 m (1,683 ft) at Picu Samartín and 672 m (2,205 ft) at Peña de los Cuatro Jueces, bordered on the West by Carreño, the East by Villaviciosa, and to the South by Siero and Llanera.
Gijón's location on the Costa Verde halfway between western and eastern Asturias makes it an ideal starting point for both a tour of the coast and a trip inland. The eastern coast offers us a tour of extensive beaches taking in historic towns such as Ribadesella and Llanes, and fishing villages such as Lastres or Tazones.
Gijón or Xixón is a coastal city in Asturias province in northwest Spain. It lies close to the cities of Aviles and Oviedo. It attracts a growing number of visitors, drawn by a good offer of culture and sports and a strong service sector. Overview. Map.
Gijon is the largest city in Asturias in the region of Asturias and Cantabria. It is about 20km from the Asturia's capital, Oviedo. Gijon is an industrial port but it has a very pleasant old town called Cimadevilla on a headland. It was originally the fishing village.
- Elogio del Horizonte. This huge sculpture by Spanish Basque artist Eduardo Chillida is an iconic place in the city. From this vantage point, you can see across the coastline and the city.
- Cimavilla. The Old Town of Gijon is called Cimavilla. Located on the hill overlooking the coast, this area was once home to the fishing community. Small houses are packed into its sloped streets.
- Roman Baths. The Romans Baths are from the 1st – 2nd century B.C. The entrance of the baths is next to St Peter Apostle Church on Campo Valdés. The museum was designed so the church building was not affected in the reovery of this site.
- Playa de San Lorenzo. When you first arrive in Gijon, the huge expanse of golden sand is one of the first things you will notice. The beach is huge and the views across the bay are wonderful.
Gijón. Asturias, Spain, Europe. Bigger, grittier and gutsier than Oviedo, seaside Gijón (khi-hon) – Asturias’ largest city – produces iron, steel and chemicals, and is the main loading terminal for Asturian coal.
Located on Gijon bay; it is the main urban beach, full of people walking, lying on the sand or swimming. It is well equipped: toilets, showers, sunshade and hammock for renting, nautical club, etc.
Family Friendly. Romantic Hotels for Couples. Beach Resorts. Accommodation. Top 10 Best Luxury Spain Gijón Hotels (2023). 5 Star Small Boutique Luxury Hotels.
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