Starlight Route through Northern Spain: Nature, Gastronomy and Unforgettable Skies

Morning:

•  Boat trip to the Cíes Islands.
• Ascent to the Cíes Lighthouse (easy route of 3 km, suitable for children).

Lunch:

• O Pirata Restaurant (Cíes Islands) – Specialty: Galician seafood with crabs and barnacles.

Afternoon:

•  Free time at Rodas Beach, one of the best in the world.
• Exploration of marine fauna with biologists.

Dinner and accommodation:

•  Parador de Baiona, with family rooms and sea views.
• Dinner with local specialty: Octopus á feira and scallop empanada.

Night:

• Astronomical observation in the Cíes Islands, Starlight certified area.

Morning:

• Route through the Lakes of Saliencia, with spectacular views.
• Visit to the Ecomuseum of Somiedo, with workshops for children.

Lunch:

• La Corte de Somiedo Restaurant – Specialty: Asturian fabada and beef cachopo.

Afternoon:

•  Visit to the teitos de Somiedo (traditional shepherds' huts).

Dinner and accommodation:

•  Hotel Palacio Flórez Estrada (Somiedo), with Starlight certification.
• Dinner with local specialty: Asturian pot and Afuega'l Pitu cheesecake.

Night:

•  Astronomical observation in the Somiedo Natural Park, free of light pollution.

Morning:

•  Ascent in the Fuente Dé Cable Car, with spectacular panoramic views.
• Family route to the Mirador de Áliva (4 km round trip, easy for children).

Lunch:

• El Oso Restaurant (Cosgaya) – Specialty: Cocido lebaniego and local cheeses.

Afternoon:

• Visit to Potes, one of the most beautiful villages in Cantabria.

Dinner and accommodation:

•  Parador de Fuente Dé, overlooking the valley.
• Dinner with local specialty: Baked lamb with potatoes from Liébana.

Night:

• Astronomical observation at the Fuente Dé viewpoint, an area with Starlight certification.

Morning:

•  Visit to the Babia and Luna Biosphere Reserves.
• Short hiking trail to Laguna Grande de Babia (3 km round trip).

Lunch:

• La Posada de Babia Restaurant – Specialty: Leonese botillo and trout soup.

Afternoon:

•  Rest time at the Parador or walk in nature.

Dinner and accommodation:

• Parador de Villafranca del Bierzo, with swimming pool and spa.
• Dinner with local specialty: Black pudding from León with roasted peppers.

Night:

• Astronomical observation in the Natural Park of Babia and Luna, Starlight area.

Morning:

•  Visit to the Cantabrian Capercaillie Interpretation Centre, in Caboalles de Arriba.
• Route along the Green Path of Laciana, ideal for families.

Lunch:

• El Campillo Restaurant (Villablino) – Specialty: Lamb stew and jerky from León.

Afternoon:

•  Relax at the Parador and free time.

Dinner and accommodation:

•  Parador de Villafranca del Bierzo.
• Dinner with local specialty: Botillo with cabbage and Bierzo cheese.

Night:

• Astronomical observation in the Sierra de Gistredo, Starlight area.

Morning:

• Route through Las Médulas, ancient Roman gold mines.
• Visit to the Orellán Viewpoint, with panoramic views.

Lunch:

• El Rincón de las Médulas Restaurant – Specialty: Sanabria-style octopus and empanada berciana.

Afternoon:

•  Return home.