Corvera de Asturias

Corvera de Asturias is a municipality in northern Spain, part of the province and autonomous community of Asturias. The name refers to the whole municipal territory made up of several settlements rather than a single town or building, with Nubledo serving as the local seat of government.

Where is Corvera de Asturias located?

The municipality sits in the central belt of Asturias, set back somewhat from the Cantabrian coastline. Its territory is centred around coordinates near 43.52°N, -5.89°W, placing it between two of the region's larger urban hubs, Avilés and Gijón.

Which municipalities border Corvera de Asturias?

Corvera de Asturias is surrounded by six neighbouring municipalities. To the north lie Avilés and Gozón, to the east Carreño and Gijón, to the south Llanera and Illas, and to the west Castrillón. This dense ring of neighbours means the coast and the region's larger towns are both within easy reach from anywhere in the municipality.

How big is the municipality and how many people live there?

The territory covers just under 46 square kilometres — precisely 46.01 km² — making it one of the smaller municipalities in the region by area. As of 2011, the population stood at 16,216 residents, which given the compact size translates into a fairly high population density for a rural part of Asturias.

What is Nubledo, the seat of the municipality?

Nubledo is the administrative centre of Corvera de Asturias, home to more than 300 residents. Local government business is concentrated here, even though the municipality as a whole also includes several smaller settlements spread around this central town.

Why is Corvera de Asturias worth knowing about for travellers?

Its proximity to Avilés and Gijón means the area often lies along routes connecting the coast with the interior of the province. For visitors exploring Asturias more broadly — its landscapes, cuisine and local culture — Corvera de Asturias functions as a natural crossing point between the seaside cities and the more rural stretches of the region.

Frequently asked questions

What is Corvera de Asturias? It is a municipality in the Spanish province of Asturias, made up of several settlements, with Nubledo as its administrative seat.

How large is the municipality? Corvera de Asturias covers an area of 46.01 km².

How many people live in the municipality? According to 2011 figures, the population was 16,216.

Which municipalities border Corvera de Asturias? Avilés and Gozón to the north, Carreño and Gijón to the east, Llanera and Illas to the south, and Castrillón to the west.

Which town is the municipal capital? The administrative seat is Nubledo, with a population of over 300.

Is Corvera de Asturias close to the coast? It lies inland, near coastal cities such as Avilés and Gijón, but it does not directly border the shoreline itself.