Monasterio de San Juan Bautista de Corias
Rising from the Narcea river valley like a baroque colossus, the Monastery of Corias is one of the most ambitious religious buildings in northern Spain. Restored and reopened as a Parador hotel, it lets you sleep inside nine centuries of Benedictine history.
A Monastery Built to Impress
Founded in 1032 by Count Piniolo and his wife Aldonza, Corias grew into the most powerful Benedictine house in Asturias, earning it the nickname 'El Escorial asturiano'. The current baroque church dates from the 18th century and is a masterclass in granite grandeur.
Step inside the church to find a soaring nave, gilded altarpieces and the original Romanesque cloister arcade — a quiet, mossy contrast to the baroque swagger outside. Entry to the church is free and open to visitors even if you are not staying at the Parador.
Staying the Night in the Cloister
The Parador de Corias opened in 2016 after a meticulous restoration that turned monk cells and chapter rooms into elegant guest rooms. Vaulted stone corridors, a refectory dining room and a cloister garden make this one of Spain's most atmospheric Paradors.
Even if a full stay is out of budget, book lunch in the restaurant to eat Asturian fabada and cachopo under original timber ceilings. The hotel is just 2 km from Cangas del Narcea on the AS-15 road, easy to reach by car from Tineo in about 35 minutes.
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