Roman Bridge of Cangas de Onís – Views of the Roman bridge loop from Capilla de Santa Cruz "El altar de la victoria"

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Roman Bridge of Cangas de Onís – Views of the Roman bridge loop from Capilla de Santa Cruz "El altar de la victoria"

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Roman Bridge of Cangas de Onís – Views of the Roman bridge loop from Capilla de Santa Cruz "El altar de la victoria"

01:58

7.45km

70m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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742 m

Roman Bridge of Cangas de Onís

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The bridge is known as the Roman Bridge of Cangas de Onís and also bears the nicknames “Puente Vieyu” or “Puentón”. It is a very beautiful sight in the Principality of Asturias.

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Views of the Roman bridge

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The Roman bridge of Cangas de Onís, or puentón, is located over the Sella river and is one of the symbols of Asturias. Although it is known as the Roman bridge, it is a medieval construction from the time of the reign of Alfonso XI of Castile with its famous peralted arch and two other minor arches that are unequal. In 1939, a large Victory Cross, symbol of Asturias, was placed in the center of its great central arch.

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1.04 km

View of the Roman Bridge of Cangas de Onís

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The Roman bridge of Cangas de Onís is located over the Sella River, separating the municipalities of Cangas de Onís and Parres. The truth is that the current bridge is not Roman, but medieval from the 13th century (although restored on several occasions), but it was built on the foundations of a Roman bridge. The bridge has become a symbol of Asturias, since the cross on the inverted crescent commemorates the defeat of the Arabs in the battle of Covadonga.

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2.90 km

Gravel Path by the River

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3.30 km

Path Along the River

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3.51 km

View of the River in Asturias

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3.55 km

Traditional Granaries in Villanueva

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7.13 km

Church of the Assumption and the Statue of Don Pelayo

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A church built in the 13th century, known for its Romanesque architecture and for being the place where the first king of Asturias, Don Pelayo, was crowned in the year 718. The church also houses an image of the Virgin of Covadonga, which is very venerated by Asturians. The statue of Don Pelayo is located in the town hall square of Cangas de Onís. Don Pelayo is known for leading the Asturian resistance against the Muslim invasion in the Battle of Covadonga. The statue is a tribute to his legacy and his leadership in the fight against Muslim occupation.

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7.45 km

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Bus stop

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