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Lakes of Covadonga

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What to see in the Lakes of Covadonga

Lakes Enol and Ercina, high in the Picos de Europa above the Covadonga sanctuary, with cows grazing and mountains all around.

Updated 20 October 2026 · How we make our guides

  • 5 must-see places
Photo: Zarateman · CC BY-SA 3.0

Lakes of Covadonga highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

  1. Lake Enol

    The best known; in high season you go up by bus.

  2. Lake Ercina

    With the Picos behind.

  3. Mirador de la Reina

    On the way up, often above a sea of clouds.

  4. Covadonga Sanctuary

    The Holy Cave and the basilica, at the foot of the road.

  5. Buferrera mines

    Old iron mines beside the lakes.

Day trips from the Lakes of Covadonga

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

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When to travel to the Lakes of Covadonga

Any time of year is good to travel to the Lakes of Covadonga: our data shows no months with weather, closure or crowd warnings.

  1. Jan no warnings
  2. Feb no warnings
  3. Mar no warnings
  4. Apr no warnings
  5. May no warnings
  6. Jun no warnings
  7. Jul no warnings
  8. Aug no warnings
  9. Sep no warnings
  10. Oct no warnings
  11. Nov no warnings
  12. Dec no warnings

Where and what to eat

To eat like a local: the neighbourhood taberna. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Spain guide.

Frequently asked questions about the Lakes of Covadonga

What to see in the Lakes of Covadonga?

Lake Enol, Lake Ercina, Mirador de la Reina, Covadonga Sanctuary and Buferrera mines.

What to see in the Lakes of Covadonga in one day?

Don’t miss Lake Enol, Lake Ercina, Mirador de la Reina, Covadonga Sanctuary and Buferrera mines. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.

What’s the best time to travel to the Lakes of Covadonga?

Any time of year is good to travel to the Lakes of Covadonga: our data shows no months with weather, closure or crowd warnings.

What day trips can you take from the Lakes of Covadonga?

Picos de Europa.

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Guide reviewed 20 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.