The five most beautiful fishing villages in Spain

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It is always irresistible to visit the fishing villages of the coast, where you can breathe the sea and fresh fish in every corner.

But in summer its charm multiplies, with the beach as a great ally.

These are the five essential destinations to visit before the heat ends.

1. Cudillero (Asturias)

With its brightly colored houses

sea, it is one of the most picturesque towns on the Asturian coast.

Not only the Association of the most beautiful towns in Spain says so, but also the prestigious newspaper

Undoubtedly, an unforgettable place to visit, where the fishing atmosphere is still alive and where gastronomy and landscape come together to form a unique image.

Also known as Villa Pixueta, it

and still preserves such unique traditions as that of the curadillo, a unique delicacy, invented by the

in times past, when small sharks were left to dehydrate for months at the door of their homes.

Among its mandatory stops is the port that dazzled Hollywood with the Oscar-winning movie Start Again, and you can't miss the opportunity to visit its lighthouse and the

, its charming Gothic jewel.

Colorful facades in Cudillero. SHUTTERSTOCK

2. Mundaka (Basque Country)

Mundaka is a pleasant and quiet town on the coast of Bizkaia, located in the

on the left bank of the estuary that bears its name, in the province of Vizcaya.

It is located in a privileged natural environment, the

and is a point of reference for surf addicts, who come to enjoy what is considered

The people of Mundaka have always been linked to the sea and open to the world.

In fact, for centuries, its people have been the protagonists of the history of navigation and fishing in the Basque Country.

Bearing this in mind, those who decide to visit this charming place should try their

an irresistible dish to the palate of any diner.

Although any time of the year is good to visit Mundaka,

as many people come to the town attracted by the good atmosphere and beauty of the place.

Surfers in Mundaka, in the Basque Country. SHUTTERSTOCK

3. Comillas (Cantabria)

This noble and aristocratic town is located on gentle hills that shelter its beautiful beach and secluded port.

Comillas is

and one of the most interesting from an architectural point of view.

It has some of the most important modernist buildings in the region, such as the

and its Panteón Chapel, the Pontifical University and, of course, El Capricho by the Catalan architect

.

This paradisiacal place has a lively nightlife in summer and also offers its visitors the opportunity to enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities.

The entire coastal strip of Comillas is ideal for practicing water sports, from the

, sailing or

to windsurfing.

Also, you can also opt for hook fishing, in the steep cliffs that surround the town.

Historic center of Comillas.SHUTTERSTOCK

4. Mijas (Malaga)

Located in the middle of the Western Costa del Sol,

perfectly combines its condition as a mountain town with an important tourist development in its coastal area.

That is why we include it in this list, given its peculiarity.

Precisely, its privileged geographical location between the sea and the mountains makes it possessor of endless charms, which place it among the

.

This beautiful white corner, with its little houses full of potted flowers, retains the leisurely pace and charm of yesteryear.

donkey

that were born as a means of transportation for farmers returning to their homes, today they are required by tourists to take photos or go for a walk.

An ideal destination for all those who are looking for a place that allows them to enjoy the coast without missing out on all the attractions that the Malaga mountains hide.

Its wide and well-cared coastline offers

: beach, nature and sun, for a very pleasant and special experience.

Seafood cuisine and Mediterranean hospitality are the ideal complement.

White houses of Mijas.AYTO.

MIJAS

5. Corrubedo (Galicia)

This little fishing village is the ideal place to rest and spend a few days close to nature and the sea contemplating landscapes that will not leave anyone indifferent.

The

, with the great mobile dune as the main attraction, is an essential plan for any visitor.

More than a kilometer long, about 250 meters wide and about 20 meters high, it stands out from a distance, white as a queen of sand, in this natural park that is the most visited in Galicia, with almost

Located between the Arousa and Muros e Noia estuaries, the park occupies nearly 1,000 hectares.

It is formed by the dunes,

, of fresh water, and that of Carregal, of salt water.

Both welcome the 3,000 waterfowl that live there among reeds and reeds.

Lunar complex of Corrubedo.TURGALICIA

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