Borines – History of the Springs, Karst and Cultural Heritage

The mineral medicinal properties of Borines water were recognized in 1873. In 1892, the Balneario de Borines opened and made the spring waters available to the public.

Culture

The Iglesia Parroquial de San Martín in Borines/Boriñes is part of the cultural heritage of Asturias. Its first documented mention dates from 926. Inside, there is a stone inscription referring to the healing properties of the nearby spring.

The Estela de San Antonio Paterno, also known as the Lápida de Borines, is an archaeological heritage site of Borines. Casa de los Mento is a cultural heritage element associated with Borines.

Visitors interested in history can distinguish between architectural history, the inscription and archaeological heritage, rather than treating all cultural references as the same topic. These different perspectives can be given different priorities, in whatever order you prefer, when planning your day.

Nature

The Cueva del Sidrón is a karst complex with ten known entrances assigned to several sectors. In Borines/Boriñes, it is part of a nature reserve. It is also an archaeological heritage site in San Martín de Borines.

The Valle de Borines is considered the source area of Borines mineral water. Pico Pienzu, a mountain, lies in the vicinity of Borines. Mirador del Fitu, a viewpoint, is also located in the vicinity of Borines.

The pilgrimage route Camín a Cuadonga leads from La Retuera to the parish of Borines. The section near Borines passes through chestnut and oak woodland and along pastureland towards the Ríu Borines river.

The landscape likewise consists of different forms: the cave, valley, mountain, viewpoint, and woodland and pastureland offer different focal points for planning. The route and the landscape forms mentioned can be considered separately if you would rather organize your plans around exercise or the natural environment.

Museums

The Museo del Jurasico de Asturias, a museum, is located in the vicinity of Borines. In the wider regional area around Borines are the Museo de la Sidra, the Centro de Arte Rupestre de Tito Bustillo and the Casa del Agua; all three are museums.

Also located in the wider regional area around Borines are the Cuevas de Tito Bustillo, caves, and Tito Bustillo, a cave.

At the museums, you can distinguish them thematically by Jurassic history, cider, the Centro de Arte Rupestre and water. You can also mentally arrange the sites according to their vicinity and the wider regional area.

Accommodation

When comparing a holiday apartment in Borines, it is worth looking at the travel dates, room category and cancellation conditions on the respective listing page. This information helps you compare different options for the desired period and the appropriate layout before booking.

Other places

Other places for comparison include Naves, Sotres, La Pesa, Triongo, Coya, El Tejedal, Priede and Cuerres.

For the overarching travel overview: Oriente De Asturias.