The Muro and San Lorenzo beach, end to end

Gijón's best-loved seafront walk: from San Pedro church to El Rinconín, beach on one side, city on the other. Flat and right by the sea. Tap a number to see each stop.

  • 🕒 1 h (one way)
  • 📏 ≈ 1,5 km
  • 📍 6 stops
🗺️ Open the route in Google Maps
Illustrated map of the Muro promenade and San Lorenzo beach (Gijón) with a 6-stop route.
Tap a number on the map to jump to that stop.

  1. San Pedro Church

    The start of the walk, at the western end by Cimavilla and the Roman baths. A fine viewpoint over the whole sweep of the beach.

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  2. La Escalerona

    Stairway no. 4, the icon of the Muro and a meeting point for generations. A direct way down to the sand in the middle of the beach.

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  3. San Lorenzo Beach

    A mile and a half of sand in the heart of the city. Swim, walk barefoot at low tide or watch the surfers near the river.

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  4. El Muro (promenade)

    The balustraded promenade: the place to see and be seen, soak up the sun on the benches and feel the city. In summer it buzzes all day.

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  5. Mother of the Emigrant

    The statue facing the Cantabrian Sea, fondly nicknamed 'la Lloca del Rinconín', honours those who emigrated. A lovely viewpoint to the east.

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  6. El Rinconín

    The end of the walk: a small beach and quieter green area, the gateway to the path towards the Piles river mouth and the eastern coast.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it doable with a pram or wheelchair?

Yes. The Muro promenade is flat and wide from end to end, with no steps along the route (stairs only lead down to the sand). It's one of Gijón's most accessible walks.

What's the best time to walk the Muro?

Sunset, with the sun dropping over the bay. At low tide the beach widens hugely and you can walk on firm sand for most of the way.

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